The fall season is one of the best times of the year to take a relaxing vacation in New England.  The hustle and bustle of summer vacationers has died down and you can really enjoy being able to unwind.  If you plan a trip to New Hampshire, you do not want to miss traveling the back roads and viewing the spectacular foliage!  Whether it is on the way to your destination or a separate travel route, you definitely want to plan a day to drive around and take in the sights of the beautiful mountains and changing leaves.  The White Mountains are home to some of the best foliage views and mountain scenery.  Here are some great places for leaf-peeping on your vacation:

Kancamagus Highway (Route 112 from North Conway to Lincoln)

• This highway will be sure to take your breath away.  As you drive through the White Mountains, you will be greeted with an array of colors.  Along the drive, there are places for you to pull over and snap photos of the breath-taking views or even to hike along trails in one of the many national forest parks.  

White Mountains National Forest

• During your fall vacation in New Hampshire, you certainly want to plan a day of hiking in the White Mountains National Forest.  Not only will you see great foliage, but after your hike you can go downtown and check out the shops and other attractions.  The White Mountains surround you with unbelievable mountain views and foliage, so be sure to bring a camera!

North Conway, New Hampshire

• North Conway should be on your list of fall foliage destinations.  With plenty to do and see, you can enjoy exploring the town and being surrounded by colorful leaves.  From Main Street, you can look out on the countryside, admire the scenery, and even see Mount Washington in the distance.  Be sure to book your next vacation to North Conway because it truly captures the essence of fall in New England!

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