Secret Fall Foliage Hot Spots

Dorothy Carlow
September 20th, 2008

Filed Under: Finding a Vacation Rental, Top Travel Destinations, Vacation Rental Places

With the mercury starting to drop and the leaves changing colors, many people are planning trips to Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont to check out the fall foliage. But if you’ve already been there and done that, or you just want to avoid the crowds, why not celebrate autumn’s arrival off the beaten path?

Forest Fire!

Forest Fire! Exploding Fall Foliage on Cape Cod.

Here are ten destinations sure to make you a little giddy about fall. Wherever you go, don’t forget to drink some hot apple cider, pack your favorite jacket, and take lots of pictures to share on Viscape.

Autumn View - Highlighted from Above!

Autumn View – Highlighted from Above!

Viscape’s 10 Secret Fall Foliage Destination Hot Spots:

10. Dewey Beach: Nothing goes with golden leaves better than golden sand.

9. Phoenix: Worried about another fall of disappointing leaves? The Phoenix Mountains Preserve promises not to disappoint with its color wheel of bold hues.

8. Ocean City: Ring in autumn like the Germans by downing one brown ale – or two – at Ocean City’s traditional Oktoberfest.

7. Outer Banks: Already stressed about Thanksgiving? This serene beach town is the perfect spot to relax and gear up for the busy months ahead.

6. Hilton Head: Mild temperatures and cool ocean breezes; Talk about a hole-in-one for someone craving pre-winter outdoor activities.

5. Cape Cod: Forget early hibernation. In October, Cape Cod’s Walking Weekend offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy the crisp air and explore nature’s gifts.

4. Paris: Paris in the springtime? Not this year! Those who visit Paris in the autumn get a sneak peak at the latest fashion, golden trees, and art galore.

3. San Diego: Who said fall foliage was only in the Northeast? Colorful leaves and apple harvesting are plentiful in San Diego – without the threat of early snow!

2. Rio de Janeiro: Nothing warms you up for a long hibernation quite like dancing the autumn nights away in Rio. Just don’t forget some comfortable dancing shoes!

1. Breckenridge: Maybe they’re not oak trees, but Breckenridge’s Aspens make rainbows look blasé when they turn yellow and orange in September. Loose Leaf Road - Slippery When Wet!