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Top spots for fall foliage in the US according to Yelp



Photo by Yelper Sarah J (The Flume Gorge, NH)

The leaves are changing and it is a sight to behold! Put on your sweater and head on out to view some gorgeous fall foliage. From highway views to mountain hikes, there is something for every adventure. Be sure to head out soon before October comes to an end.

  1. Central Park Conservatory— New York, NY
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他们出名:The mission of the Central Park Conservancy is to preserve and celebrate Central Park. Central Park has 843 wonderful acres to explore—it’s a can’t miss spot when living in or visiting NYC.

What Yelpers say:“The foliage and flowers are so beautiful. The spring flowers and fall leaves are some of my favorite times of the year to visit Central Park.” Yelp EliteSarah M

2.Acadia National Park— Bar Harbor, ME

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他们出名:Acadia National Park is a gem of the north Atlantic coast. While visiting you can choose to enjoy 27 miles of historic motor roads, 158 miles of hiking trails, and 45 miles of carriage roads.

What Yelpers say:“We were there in mid-October… it was as beautiful as you could imagine. Each day was bright and sunny, the foliage was radiant, the water sparkling.” Yelp EliteAdam S

3.Shenandoah National Park— Luray, VA

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他们出名: Located 75 miles south of Washington, D.C., Shenandoah National Park has over 200,000 acres of protected lands. It is a wonderful place to hike, explore, and enjoy.

What Yelpers say:“爱谢南多厄河。我们的家庭是每年watch the leaves as they change colors in the fall; it is absolutely gorgeous. There’s plenty of scenic stops and hiking for novice and seasoned hikers.” Yelp EliteCynthia L

4.Mount Auburn Cemetery— Cambridge, MA

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他们出名:Mount Auburn Cemetery was founded in 1851 and is a National Historic Landmark. Enjoy their endless gardens, participate in one of their programs, or visit the graves of those remembered there.

What Yelpers say:“This is a beautiful location, especially to enjoy the fall foliage. More so than a park, this place feels more serene and there are many interesting sculptures and monuments to explore. Climbing the Washington Tower to get a panoramic view of Cambridge was truly the highlight of the afternoon!” Yelp EliteErin K

5.Blue Ridge Parkway— Asheville, NC

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他们出名:The Blue Ridge Parkway spans the southern and central Appalachians. It is rife with biodiversity and is a breathtaking drive throughout all seasons, but especially fall.

What Yelpers say:“Possibly the most magical time to take a drive along the parkway is during the fall season when the leaves are changing. Looking over the hills covered with trees looks like a color palette taken from an oil painter. It’s hard to describe the brilliant oranges, yellows, reds, and sometimes purples.”Benjamin G

6.Great Smoky Mountains National Park— Gatlinburg, TN

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7.Snow-Line Orchard— Oak Glen, CA

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8.Bear Mountain State Park— Bear Mountain, NY

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9.Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park— Poughkeepsie, NY

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10.The Morton Arboretum— Lisle, IL

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11.Hoyt Arboretum— Portland, OR

12.布朗县州立公园— Nashville, IN

13.The Flume Gorge— Lincoln, NH

14.U.S. National Arboretum— Washington, D.C.

15.Castlewood State Park— Ballwin, MO

16.Blackwater Falls State Park— Davis, WV

17.Skyline Drive— Front Royal, VA

18.The Holden Arboretum— Kirtland, OH

19.Gibbs Gardens— Ball Ground, GA

20.William B Umstead State Park— Raleigh, NC

Methodology: This is an all-time list of the Top Spots for Fall Foliage in the US according to Yelp. We identified businesses on Yelp with a large concentration of reviews mentioning “fall foliage,” “autumn leaves,” “changing leaf,” and “changing leaves,” then ranked those spots using a number of factors, including the total volume and ratings of reviews mentioning these “fall foliage” related terms. This list looked at businesses in the United States. All businesses were marked open on Yelp as of September 22, 2023.