The best places to see fall foliage in the U.S.

UNESCO World Heritage Site Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a renowned fall color site.

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Fall leaf-peeping is popular in Aspen, Colorado, named after its dominant trees. See golden aspen leaves by driving via Independence

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New York's Adirondack Mountains include diverse vegetation and several hiking trails.

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Oak, hickory, and maple trees in the Ozark Mountains create a stunning fall color palette. Visit Ozark National Forest for the greatest views.

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Blue Ridge Parkway, NC/VA: A picturesque drive across the Blue Ridge Mountains, "America's Favorite Drive," offers endless fall foliage views.

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The Upper Peninsula, Michigan: Hardwood forests make autumn colors spectacular.

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Columbia River valley, Oregon/Washington: Famous for its waterfalls, the valley has magnificent fall foliage.

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The Berkshires, Massachusetts: Fall enhances this cultural and natural paradise. Visit Mount Greylock or drive Route 7 for scenery.

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Shenandoah National Park, Virginia: Skyline Drive offers infinite views, and the park's various woodlands provide brilliant fall foliage.

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