They are their brightest just before their death. They turn into brilliant reds, yellows, and oranges just before they wither into a crunchy brown and fall away. It’s one of Nature’s most stunning displays that can only be viewed in certain parts of the world.
The changing foliage is one of the best things about autumn in the U.S. with people traveling all over the country to see the exquisite leaf displays. While the foliage can be beautiful in many U.S. states there are some places that stand out from the rest.
Here are the best spots in the U.S. to see fall foliage:
1) Washington
It’s called the Evergreen State but in the fall Washington’s landscapes are transformed into vibrant scenes of crimson, gold, and tangerine leaves with evergreens sprinkled throughout.
2) Glacier National Park, Montana
Glacier Park, which was named the Backbone of the World by the Blackfeet Tribe, turns into something spectacular when September ends. Not only does the park turn into a pallet of oranges and yellow against a bright blue sky but you can also catch a glimpse of some amazing wildlife during your visit.
3) Aspen, Colorado
You can spot breathtaking foliage all across Aspen. The Aspen landscape is spectacular all on its own but it’s truly a sight to see it sprinkled with such vivid colors.
4) Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri
While many enjoy the plethora of activities this Central Missouri lake offers, viewing the foliage is one of the top favorites.
5) The Catskills, New York
The mountains in upstate New York turn into a beautiful rainbow during the falls with dazzling hues of scarlet and gold.
6) Upper Penisula, Michigan
The Upper Peninsula boasts 20-plus state parks that are thick with ash, beech, birch, maple, oak, sycamore and tamarack trees that transform into a radiant display.
7) The Berkshires, Massachusetts
Some of the most dramatic displays of color can be found on the Berkshires’ Mohawk Trail along Route 2 in Clarksburg and in Williamstown.
8) The Great Smoky Mountains
This national park stretches from North Carolina and Tennessee and has rolling mountains that will leave you in awe during autumn.
9) Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
This 80-mile deep gorge is exquisite in any season but during the fall its cottonwood and big-leaf maples trees really shine.
10) Northeast, Vermont
Hundreds of visitors flock to northeast Vermont annually just to take a peek at this chromatic landscape.
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