![]() ![]() Get a glimpse of a lifetime at Gore Mountain and Whiteface Mountain, where you can take a soaring gondola sky ride.Ĭalling all adrenaline junkies-strap on a helmet and zoom through WildPlay at Thacher Park. And by a distance, we mean a vertical distance. Air Adventuresįall foliage from a distance is really something. Here’s a wider list of scenic options by rail. Round up the whole family for the Cooperstown & Charlotte Valley Railroad's Pumpkin Patch Train (October 21 and 22), where you can soak in the changing colors of the foliage while the little ones "ooh" and "ahh" over the varying sizes of pumpkins along the way. For even more mountain foliage, hop aboard the Catskill Mountain Railroad (pictured)-make sure to get a window seat! Watch as the Adirondack Scenic Railroad takes you through remote forests, above sparkling rivers, and into the magnificent beauty of Adirondack Park. Board a Fall Foliage Train at Utica's historic Union Station. And once you see the view of Storm King Mountain from across the river, you’ll understand why this trail is so popular. Straddling the Hudson River and surrounded by the rolling hills of Hudson Highlands State Park, Breakneck Ridge is an exhilarating climb where rock scrambles and riverfront trails offer scenic overlooks all the way to the top. Known as the “Grand Canyon of the East,” Letchworth State Park is home to waterfalls and plunging gorges. Walk the Gorge Trail to see how it earned its nickname, and if you’re feeling adventurous, go whitewater rafting on the Genesee River where you'll go through the heart of the canyon. A moderate 2.8-mile hike in and out, you can expect scenic outlooks of the Adirondacks as well as some excellent birding spots. With views of Blue Mountain Lake and stunning foliage, Castle Rock is for people who want to enjoy the outdoors without spending all day on the trail. ![]() Only one mile from base to peak, it’s a leisurely climb that’s perfect for hikers and dogs alike. Take in the beauty of the Catskills by climbing Mount Utsayantha, where you'll find stunning views of the autumn landscape. Call ahead and check websites and social media to make sure attractions and amenities are open and available. Individual businesses or attractions may require mask wearing. Masks are encouraged, but optional in most settings per New York State guidelines. ![]() Here’s your everlasting map to the most scenic fall foliage activities and destinations all over New York State. Whether you see it from a scenic roadway, from up in the air, or from a gorgeous hiking trail, the vibrant fall leaves will fill you with wonder amidst the changing seasons. Be sure visit the new Jester Park Nature Center featuring interactive woodland, wetland and prairie exhibits, habitat wall, naturalist nook and more.įestival seekers have no shortage of options with events including Oktoberfest, the World Food and Music Festival, Night Eyes, Iowa Latino Heritage Festival and more.From the foothills of the Catskill Mountains to the peaks of the Adirondacks, New York is home to one of the most vivid autumns in the world. Other fall, fun options across Greater Des Moines include the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Jester Park. Billing itself as a “Library of Living Plants,” at the Iowa Arboretum you’ll stroll through hundreds of species of trees, shrubs and flowers in a tranquil, 40-acre scenic fall setting. Ride through the fall foliage on the Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad’s Pumpkin Express train, where you’ll take a 90-minute trip through beautiful forests and across the 156′ tall Bass Point Creek High Bridge, followed by a leisurely stroll through the railroad museum. Looking for the perfect pumpkin? Geisler Farms and Center Grove Orchard not only have stellar squash, but visitors can enjoy corn mazes, U-pick apples, and food vendors featuring the flavors of fall.Įxperience the colors of fall at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden or walk the Iowa Arboretum. Find apple orchards, fall foliage along hundreds of miles of trails, pumpkin patches, and hayrides in Greater Des Moines! Spend a Saturday morning browsing the Downtown Farmers’ Market and the afternoon sipping a local fall-inspired beer before sampling seasonal dishes from top-notch chefs. ![]()
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