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Franklin & Nantahala, NC — Fall Foliage, Appalachian Trail Hikes & Gem Mining
Tuck into the highest peaks of the Blue Ridge and Nantahala Mountains for brilliant fall foliage, Appalachian Trail hikes, scenic drives, gem mining, and mountain town charm in Franklin, NC.
Fall in Galax, Virginia — Blue Ridge Parkway Foliage & Old-Time Music
Galax, VA sits at the edge of the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Crooked Road music trail — a perfect base for fall foliage drives, old-time music jams, and mountain flavor.
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Kankakee County, Illinois — Fall Drives, River Trails & Harvest Traditions
Just an hour south of Chicago, Kankakee County offers winding river roads, wooded trails, pumpkin patches, and a slower fall pace far from the city rush.
Kenosha, Wisconsin — Fall Foliage, Lake Michigan Shoreline & Winter Fun
Kenosha, WI trades beach days for brilliant fall foliage, cozy cafes, harvest farms, and a Lake Michigan shoreline that shines from October through winter.
Livingston, Montana — Art, Fly Fishing & Old West History Near Yellowstone
Livingston, MT blends old West architecture with a thriving arts scene, craft breweries, and access to world-class fly fishing — a hidden gem near Yellowstone.
Wild Lights at Ellen Trout Zoo — Holiday Lights in Lufkin, Texas
Ellen Trout Zoo in Lufkin, TX debuts Wild Lights beginning November 19 — a full-scale holiday light experience with glowing wildlife, light tunnels, and seasonal magic.
Marshall, Texas — Caddo Lake, Rueggenfest & East Texas Adventure
Marshall, TX offers kayaking through Caddo Lake's cypress maze, the German-inspired Rueggenfest, and the signature FireAnt Festival — all in the heart of East Texas.
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Putnam County, NY — Fall Foliage, Hudson Valley Trails & Historic Sites
Putnam County, NY offers fall foliage drives on Route 301, the Chuang Yen Monastery, Boscobel House & Gardens, Fahnestock State Park, and Hudson River views.
Sainte Genevieve, Missouri — Historic Downtown, Pickle Springs & Hawn State Park
Sainte Genevieve, MO offers centuries-old streets, sandstone arches at Pickle Springs Natural Area, pine forests at Hawn State Park, and a pace that invites you to slow down.
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