Fall Foliage Reports

WHITE MOUNTAINS REGION (Updated 10/27/11)

The White Mountains region is mostly past peak, but a drive to this area now will not completely disappoint leaf peepers, as there are still some bold yellows and oranges to be seen. What remains are mainly muted colors, including rust and gold, with the addition of a new color – white! Snow is in the forecast, which will brighten up the landscape, especially the mountain summits. It’s nearly time for the ski season, so make plans to visit this region for some of the best skiing in the east. Will this be your year to try downhill or cross country skiing? How about snow tubing, dog sledding, or winter hiking? Not a skier? Check out the day spas in this region, and relax in a bubbling hot tub or enjoy a massage as you watch the snow come down outside.



GREAT NORTH WOODS REGION (GRAND NORTH) (Updated 10/27/11)

Fall has come and gone in the Great North Woods region. Despite some remaining faded gold and oranges in the lower elevations, and occasional yellows in the hillsides, the area is past peak and most of the leaves are on the ground. Now is the time to enjoy the panoramic views through the bare trees, or act like a kid again by raking up a pile of crunchy leaves and jumping in! Remember to wear blaze orange if you go hiking right now, as hunting season is on. As the temperature drops and snow begins to fall, consider visiting this region for excellent snowmobiling tours. Find a secluded cabin, stoke up the fire, and enjoy the peace and quiet.

LAKES REGION (UPDATED 10/27/11)
While many leaves have dropped in the Lakes region, there is still some color to be seen. Look for muted yellows, gold, some oranges and even some remaining soft reds all around the area. Occasional bright oranges and yellows can still be found along the waterways. As fall makes its change into winter, this region offers some great cold weather sports, including ice fishing, ice skating, and ice sailing. The lakes and ponds here provide beautiful winter scenery once they freeze over, so bring your camera as you travel through this area during the frosty cold months.






This map is from Yankee Magazine.