foliage Archives - Traveler Dreams Traveler Dreams Mon, 11 Sep 2023 14:13:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://travelerdreams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-favicon-32x32.png foliage Archives - Traveler Dreams 32 32 The Best Train Rides to See Foliage in the Fall https://travelerdreams.com/the-best-train-rides-to-see-foliage-in-the-fall/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:26:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=25437 Fall will be here before we know it, and one of the things we’re most looking forward to is planning a trip to see the foliage. While hiking and road trips are both great ways to take in the views, this year, we thought it might be fun to mix things up a bit with […]

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Fall will be here before we know it, and one of the things we’re most looking forward to is planning a trip to see the foliage. While hiking and road trips are both great ways to take in the views, this year, we thought it might be fun to mix things up a bit with a train ride. Fortunately, there are plenty of railways throughout the US that make for excellent front row seats to some of the best foliage in the country. Here are a few we’re especially excited about.

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Ohio

Just outside of Cleveland in Ohio’s Cuyahoga Valley National Park, this historic railroad offers passengers a front row seat to an impressive display of hickories and oaks. Come fall, the trees burst into a tapestry of rich autumnal colors, typically peaking toward the end of October. The line even has special dome cars with floor-to-ceiling windows for optimal foliage gazing.

Mount Washington Cog Railway

Renowned as the world’s first mountain-climbing cog railway, this line provides passengers with a unique perspective as it ascends to the summit of Mount Washington in New Hampshire. Views from the railway are spectacular year-round, but are even more beautiful when the leaves start to change.

Georgetown Loop Railroad

West of the Mississippi, the historic Georgetown Loop Railroad winds between former mining towns Georgetown and Silver Plume at heights of up to 600 feet. While perhaps not for the faint of heart, the journey does offer some truly incredible foliage views for those who don’t mind venturing to such altitudes. The line even hosts fall-themed events throughout the season such as a Fall Colors Train and a Pumpkinfest ride!

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Best Places to Watch Foliage in Europe https://travelerdreams.com/best-places-to-watch-foliage-in-europe/ Sun, 25 Sep 2022 12:23:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=20306 Watching the leaves change is a popular pastime in the United States that people will often travel great distances to enjoy. Some make an annual trip of visiting New England for the foliage, as many states in the region offer some of the best views in the country. For those who live in other parts […]

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Watching the leaves change is a popular pastime in the United States that people will often travel great distances to enjoy. Some make an annual trip of visiting New England for the foliage, as many states in the region offer some of the best views in the country. For those who live in other parts of the world or anyone in search of a little autumn getaway, Europe is full of forests that make for ideal foliage viewing once the weather turns cool and the leaves start to change. Here are the spots we love most.

Transylvania, Romania

The Carpathian Mountains that run through the Transylvania region of Romania make for some truly spectacular foliage viewing around early to mid-October. We recommend staying in the city of Brasov, visiting Bran “Dracula’s” Castle, and driving along Transfagarasan road for some of the best sites.

Hrensko, Czech Republic

Hrensko is the ultimate destination for anyone in search of some peace and quiet or people with a strong disdain for crowds. The village has less than 300 inhabitants but is home to several beautiful hiking trails that are perfect for enjoying the changing leaves.

Paris, France

You don’t have to venture into the countryside to see the leaves change – the city of Paris has plenty of fantastic places to sit and watch the foliage. What could be better than soaking in a view like this over a chocolate croissant and cafe au lait?

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Top Weekend Getaways in the US to Take in the Fall https://travelerdreams.com/top-weekend-getaways-in-the-us-to-take-in-the-fall/ Fri, 26 Aug 2022 12:17:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=19853 Autumn is an incredibly busy time of year. In September, most of us are returning to our school and work routines, and by November we’ve already switched over to holiday-mode. It’s hard to imagine adding any more chaos to the mix, but hear us out: fall is one of the best times to travel in […]

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Autumn is an incredibly busy time of year. In September, most of us are returning to our school and work routines, and by November we’ve already switched over to holiday-mode. It’s hard to imagine adding any more chaos to the mix, but hear us out: fall is one of the best times to travel in the US. Popular tourist spots are less crowded than they were a few months prior, the weather is more comfortable once the heat has broken, and don’t even get us started on the foliage. Here are some of our favorite spots to take a quick fall weekend getaway.

Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston is beautiful any time of year, but we find it to be a much more pleasant destination when the summer heat has gone. Special fall tours of the city are held throughout October, and we especially love to visit the farmer’s market, which runs until the end of November.

Woodstock, Vermont

We’d be remiss not to mention a foliage-centered spot, and Woodstock is definitely one of the best. The town is also home to several orchards for picking your own apples and the famous Billing’s Farm, where you can play pumpkin bowling.

Santa Fe, New Mexico

Santa Fe has some of the best fall festivals in the country. The weather is ideal throughout the month of October, and the Harvest Festival, International Balloon Fiesta, and Wine and Chile Fiesta are all worth the trip.

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Best Camping Spots to See Peak Foliage https://travelerdreams.com/best-camping-spots-to-see-peak-foliage/ Fri, 08 Oct 2021 08:55:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=15034 One of the most beautiful parts of the autumn season is getting to see the leaves change color and fall from the trees as the air gets cooler. The Atlantic Northeast, in particular, is famous for having some of the most picturesque places for witnessing this change, and some of the locations even have space […]

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One of the most beautiful parts of the autumn season is getting to see the leaves change color and fall from the trees as the air gets cooler. The Atlantic Northeast, in particular, is famous for having some of the most picturesque places for witnessing this change, and some of the locations even have space for camping. It’s the perfect excuse to get out of the city and get some fresh air, so pack your bags and get your camera ready, because here’s our list of some of the best places for foliage season.

White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire

This campsite is located just next to the Maine border, and it’s a great option if you’re looking for a quiet place to be one with nature. You’ll find plenty of wildlife and beautifully colored trees when camping here in early fall—just note that most of the leaves are gone by late October.

Brighton State Park, Vermont

Cabin rental options make Brighton State Park in Vermont a top choice if you’re looking to camp in a little more comfort. Stay inside and relax or venture out for a hike on one of the park’s trails until their camping season ends in mid-October.

Burlingame State Park, Rhode Island

Burlingame is one of the larger campgrounds in New England, so you’re sure to have plenty of space to enjoy nature. It surrounds a lake, so take a swim or rent a kayak as you take it all in.

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Fall will be here before we know it, and one of the things we’re most looking forward to is planning a trip to see the foliage. While hiking and road trips are both great ways to take in the views, this year, we thought it might be fun to mix things up a bit with a train ride. Fortunately, there are plenty of railways throughout the US that make for excellent front row seats to some of the best foliage in the country. Here are a few we’re especially excited about.

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Ohio

Just outside of Cleveland in Ohio’s Cuyahoga Valley National Park, this historic railroad offers passengers a front row seat to an impressive display of hickories and oaks. Come fall, the trees burst into a tapestry of rich autumnal colors, typically peaking toward the end of October. The line even has special dome cars with floor-to-ceiling windows for optimal foliage gazing.

Mount Washington Cog Railway

Renowned as the world’s first mountain-climbing cog railway, this line provides passengers with a unique perspective as it ascends to the summit of Mount Washington in New Hampshire. Views from the railway are spectacular year-round, but are even more beautiful when the leaves start to change.

Georgetown Loop Railroad

West of the Mississippi, the historic Georgetown Loop Railroad winds between former mining towns Georgetown and Silver Plume at heights of up to 600 feet. While perhaps not for the faint of heart, the journey does offer some truly incredible foliage views for those who don’t mind venturing to such altitudes. The line even hosts fall-themed events throughout the season such as a Fall Colors Train and a Pumpkinfest ride!

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Best Places to Watch Foliage in Europe https://travelerdreams.com/best-places-to-watch-foliage-in-europe/ Sun, 25 Sep 2022 12:23:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=20306 Watching the leaves change is a popular pastime in the United States that people will often travel great distances to enjoy. Some make an annual trip of visiting New England for the foliage, as many states in the region offer some of the best views in the country. For those who live in other parts […]

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Watching the leaves change is a popular pastime in the United States that people will often travel great distances to enjoy. Some make an annual trip of visiting New England for the foliage, as many states in the region offer some of the best views in the country. For those who live in other parts of the world or anyone in search of a little autumn getaway, Europe is full of forests that make for ideal foliage viewing once the weather turns cool and the leaves start to change. Here are the spots we love most.

Transylvania, Romania

The Carpathian Mountains that run through the Transylvania region of Romania make for some truly spectacular foliage viewing around early to mid-October. We recommend staying in the city of Brasov, visiting Bran “Dracula’s” Castle, and driving along Transfagarasan road for some of the best sites.

Hrensko, Czech Republic

Hrensko is the ultimate destination for anyone in search of some peace and quiet or people with a strong disdain for crowds. The village has less than 300 inhabitants but is home to several beautiful hiking trails that are perfect for enjoying the changing leaves.

Paris, France

You don’t have to venture into the countryside to see the leaves change – the city of Paris has plenty of fantastic places to sit and watch the foliage. What could be better than soaking in a view like this over a chocolate croissant and cafe au lait?

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Top Weekend Getaways in the US to Take in the Fall https://travelerdreams.com/top-weekend-getaways-in-the-us-to-take-in-the-fall/ Fri, 26 Aug 2022 12:17:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=19853 Autumn is an incredibly busy time of year. In September, most of us are returning to our school and work routines, and by November we’ve already switched over to holiday-mode. It’s hard to imagine adding any more chaos to the mix, but hear us out: fall is one of the best times to travel in […]

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Autumn is an incredibly busy time of year. In September, most of us are returning to our school and work routines, and by November we’ve already switched over to holiday-mode. It’s hard to imagine adding any more chaos to the mix, but hear us out: fall is one of the best times to travel in the US. Popular tourist spots are less crowded than they were a few months prior, the weather is more comfortable once the heat has broken, and don’t even get us started on the foliage. Here are some of our favorite spots to take a quick fall weekend getaway.

Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston is beautiful any time of year, but we find it to be a much more pleasant destination when the summer heat has gone. Special fall tours of the city are held throughout October, and we especially love to visit the farmer’s market, which runs until the end of November.

Woodstock, Vermont

We’d be remiss not to mention a foliage-centered spot, and Woodstock is definitely one of the best. The town is also home to several orchards for picking your own apples and the famous Billing’s Farm, where you can play pumpkin bowling.

Santa Fe, New Mexico

Santa Fe has some of the best fall festivals in the country. The weather is ideal throughout the month of October, and the Harvest Festival, International Balloon Fiesta, and Wine and Chile Fiesta are all worth the trip.

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Best Camping Spots to See Peak Foliage https://travelerdreams.com/best-camping-spots-to-see-peak-foliage/ Fri, 08 Oct 2021 08:55:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=15034 One of the most beautiful parts of the autumn season is getting to see the leaves change color and fall from the trees as the air gets cooler. The Atlantic Northeast, in particular, is famous for having some of the most picturesque places for witnessing this change, and some of the locations even have space […]

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One of the most beautiful parts of the autumn season is getting to see the leaves change color and fall from the trees as the air gets cooler. The Atlantic Northeast, in particular, is famous for having some of the most picturesque places for witnessing this change, and some of the locations even have space for camping. It’s the perfect excuse to get out of the city and get some fresh air, so pack your bags and get your camera ready, because here’s our list of some of the best places for foliage season.

White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire

This campsite is located just next to the Maine border, and it’s a great option if you’re looking for a quiet place to be one with nature. You’ll find plenty of wildlife and beautifully colored trees when camping here in early fall—just note that most of the leaves are gone by late October.

Brighton State Park, Vermont

Cabin rental options make Brighton State Park in Vermont a top choice if you’re looking to camp in a little more comfort. Stay inside and relax or venture out for a hike on one of the park’s trails until their camping season ends in mid-October.

Burlingame State Park, Rhode Island

Burlingame is one of the larger campgrounds in New England, so you’re sure to have plenty of space to enjoy nature. It surrounds a lake, so take a swim or rent a kayak as you take it all in.

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