08/26/2026
Summer gets the hype, Fall gets the views!🍂🏔️
Save these 7 national parks for colorful trails, crisp mountain air and some of the best views of the season:
🍁 Acadia National Park, Maine:
Fall foliage meets the rugged Atlantic coast. Drive Park Loop Road and catch the views from Cadillac Mountain, especially from late September to mid-October.
🍂 Shenandoah National Park, Virginia:
Skyline Drive winds 105 miles through the Blue Ridge Mountains, surrounded by fall color and scenic overlooks. Aim for mid-October into early November.
🏔️ Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado:
Golden aspens, mountain views and wildlife make September into early October a standout time to visit. Explore Bear Lake Road and Trail Ridge Road.
🍁 Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee + North Carolina:
Changing leaves sweep across the mountains at different elevations throughout October and into early November. Add Newfound Gap Road and Kuwohi to your itinerary.
✨ Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming:
Golden aspens and cottonwoods against the Teton Range make mid-September into early October especially beautiful. Don’t miss Oxbow Bend and Snake River Overlook.
🧡 Zion National Park, Utah:
Golden cottonwoods against Zion’s red cliffs make late October and November a beautiful time to explore the canyon.
🍂 Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio:
Waterfalls, forest trails and peak fall color make this an easy addition to your October travel list. Don’t miss Brandywine Falls and Ledges Trail.
Peak color varies by weather and elevation, so check current foliage conditions and park alerts before you go.
Save this for Fall trip planning! Then visit the link in our bio for more travel guides, itineraries and recommendations on Steller🍂✨