Sedona
#7 in Best Fall Vacations
Daytime temperatures in Sedona, Arizona, begin to drift from the high 90s to the more comfortable 60s come November. If you’re hoping to catch a glimpse of the changing leaves on the area’s sycamore, oak and maple trees, visit between late September and mid-October. These months are when spots like the Baldwin Trail in the Village of Oak Creek and Cookstove Trail in Oak Creek Canyon burst with color. Culture hounds won’t want to miss the town’s annual Day of the Dead celebration, which takes place at Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village in late October.
Acadia National Park
#8 in Best Fall Vacations
Autumn in Acadia National Park is nothing if not breathtaking. This national park on the coast of Maine attracts leaf peepers from across the country every year. The leaves are typically at their peak in mid-October, but the state offers a regularly updated foliage report to help you plan your scenic trip. Cooler temperatures will make the park’s challenging hikes, such as the Precipice Trail and the Beehive Loop, more enjoyable. However, snow can fall as early as November in Acadia, so you’ll want to check for trail closures before you arrive.
