Peak foliage in New Hampshire won’t arrive until mid-October, but it’s never to early to plan the perfect places to view the changing colors. This road trip will take you to some of the best views in the state – just watch out for your leef-peeping competition.
Our journey starts way up north, and takes us all the way down to the Massachusetts border.
- Franconia Notch State Park
Flickr/Mattia Panciroli We’ll begin in Franconia Notch State Park, where the contrast of low lying clouds over the mountains and vibrant foliage will astound you.
- Kancamagus Highway
Flickr/Philip N Young From there, it’s an easy trip to Lincoln - and of course, you couldn’t possibly take a foliage road trip in the Granite State without including the Kancamagus Highway (or Kanc). The eastern section of NH-112, this scenic highway from Lincoln to Conway winds through the White Mountains and has absolutely spectacular views, especially in the fall.
Yelp/Philip N Young The views from the Kanc are so good that you’ll find yourself pulling over constantly to take it all in.
- Castle in the Clouds, Moltonborough
Facebook/Castle in the Clouds Yes, you have to pay admission to Castle in the Clouds, but you won’t regret it - the views from this magnificent estate are unbeatable.
- Henniker Bridge
Flickr/John Hilliard There’s nothing more New England than a covered bridge - and if it’s surrounded by fall foliage all the better. The Henniker Bridge will make a perfect photo op!
- Mount Monadnock
Yelp/Hannah G. One of the most-climbed mountains in the world, this hike will lead you to some incredible views, while giving you a great workout!
- Lake Winnipesaukee
Flickr/Corey Balazowich New Hampshire’s largest lake is incredible all year round - but there’s something just plain magical about seeing the leaves turn against the background of the lake.
What are your favorite places to see New Hampshire’s fall foliage?
Flickr/Mattia Panciroli
We’ll begin in Franconia Notch State Park, where the contrast of low lying clouds over the mountains and vibrant foliage will astound you.
Flickr/Philip N Young
From there, it’s an easy trip to Lincoln - and of course, you couldn’t possibly take a foliage road trip in the Granite State without including the Kancamagus Highway (or Kanc). The eastern section of NH-112, this scenic highway from Lincoln to Conway winds through the White Mountains and has absolutely spectacular views, especially in the fall.
Yelp/Philip N Young
The views from the Kanc are so good that you’ll find yourself pulling over constantly to take it all in.
Facebook/Castle in the Clouds
Yes, you have to pay admission to Castle in the Clouds, but you won’t regret it - the views from this magnificent estate are unbeatable.
Flickr/John Hilliard
There’s nothing more New England than a covered bridge - and if it’s surrounded by fall foliage all the better. The Henniker Bridge will make a perfect photo op!
Yelp/Hannah G.
One of the most-climbed mountains in the world, this hike will lead you to some incredible views, while giving you a great workout!
Flickr/Corey Balazowich
New Hampshire’s largest lake is incredible all year round - but there’s something just plain magical about seeing the leaves turn against the background of the lake.
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