New England is home to some of the most picturesque autumn landscapes in the country, and there’s no shortage of spots to catch the best views. Whether you’re looking for mountain views or coastal scenes, fall in the region never seems to disappoint. Here are a few must-visit destinations:

As seen in these maps, the vibrant fall hues which the New England region is so beloved for can be expected to peak during the week of Oct. 7. The region's colorful foliage displays bring in about 10 million leafpeepers each year. Here is a map from AccuWeather showing the best month for autumn colors across the country:

But this year, some of the most colorful displays could be in the Midwest. AccuWeather, the commercial forecasting service, said in early September that it expects especially vibrant foliage in states such as Michigan and Illinois.

We're closing in on the official first day of fall, but parts of northern New England are already reporting moderate fall colors. Check our updated map HERE.

In this guide, we’ll explore the best places to see fall foliage in New England, with a focus on comfortable travel and leisure activities that are perfect for retired adults. And while you can rent a car and drive yourself around,

Ultimately, climate change may bring relief from overtourism at a high price: the loss of vibrant autumn leaves.

New England is beautiful, but stunning autumn colors don’t belong to any one region. Here are seven places beyond New England where you can get an eyeful.

The current foliage map is literally all green. It is not that unusual for mid-September, but typically, by now, we start to see changing colors in the northernmost areas of New England.