Lonely PlanetAug 17
10 beautiful destinations to see fall foliage around the world
From fiery maples and copper-colored tundra to liquid gold aspens and larches, these are the best places to take in fall’s magic around the world.
Oktoberfest event in late September.
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- Whiteface OktoberfestFestivalOktoberfest event in late September.
- Elsewhere
- Banff National ParkSightBanff, CanadaNational park accessible from Calgary.
- Lake LouiseSightBanff, CanadaIconic and beautiful spot for fall foliage.
- Moraine LakeSightBanff, CanadaPopular sunrise spot, shuttle required.
- AdirondacksTrailNew York City, United StatesExtensive network of lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams for leaf-peeping.
- Elk Lake LodgeHotelNew York City, United StatesAll-inclusive wilderness lodge with one of the best park views.
- Adirondack ParkSightNew York City, United StatesVast park with 6 million acres, scenic byways, and hiking trails.
- Saranac LakeSightNew York City, United StatesIsland camping available.
- Adirondack Balloon FestivalFestivalLake George, United StatesFall festival held in Lake George.
- Adirondack Rail TrailTrailNew York City, United StatesA 34-mile trail for biking.
- Tupper LakeSightNew York City, United StatesOne of the up-and-coming dark sky areas for stargazing.
- Coney MountainTrailNew York City, United States2-mile round trip hike for 360-degree night sky views.
- Adirondack Sky Center & ObservatorySightNew York City, United StatesOffers stargazing opportunities.
- AlbertaNeighborhoodCalgary, CanadaIt is a part of Western Canada and is one of the three prairie provinces.
- Spray Valley Provincial ParkSightCalgary, CanadaOff-beat gem for fall foliage viewing.
- Banff Sunshine VillageHotelBanff, CanadaOffers gondola access to hike Sunshine Meadows.
- Jasper National ParkSightJasper, CanadaNational park accessible from Edmonton.
- Two Jack LakeSightBanff, CanadaGreat spot for sunrise viewing.
- Johnston CanyonSightBanff, CanadaScenic spot for fall foliage.
- Peyto LakeSightBanff, CanadaScenic lake that will have you grabbing your camera.
- Cascade MountainTrailNew York City, United States
- Giant MountainTrailNew York City, United States