‘Tis the season for flannels, pumpkin spice and beautiful fall colors. With seasons changing, leaves turn to stunning gold, red, orange and yellow, making it the perfect time for travelers to hit the open road and explore five fall foliage hotels in the United States.
From mid-September through the end of November, the leaves of Missouri’s Ozark Mountains change to vibrant colors. Located in Ridgevale, Missouri, Big Cedar Lodge hosts the annual Cedar Fest season, featuring an autumn spin on family fun, seasonal dining and fall foliage. Throughout October, guests are invited to celebrate fall with corn mazes, hayrides, pumpkin decorating, fall yacht tours and more.
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Escape to the charming coastal town of Kennebunk, Maine, with a stay at cherished landmark, White Barn Inn, Auberge Resorts Collection. This 27-room property is known for its New England hospitality, rustic charm and one-of-a-kind service. This fall, guests are invited to join the first-ever Cycling Retreat, Sept. 19–22. Cyclers of all levels can join expert guides from KC&E Adventures for stunning coastal tours through fall foliage. The retreat also includes exclusive culinary experiences and cocktail classes.
Madeline Hotels & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection
With the arrival of autumn in the Rocky Mountains, the mountain town of Telluride comes alive with stunning colors and breathtaking natural vistas. Madeleine Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resort Collection, the destination’s only 5-star accommodation, welcomes guests to enjoy the fall season and immerse themselves in nature. Set out on a sunset Jeep excursion, forage for mushrooms, go horseback riding, try your hand at fly fishing, bike through the foliage or take private art classes.
McCall, Idaho, is home to a glacial lake, thousands of Ponderosa Pines and more than 500 hiking trails, making it the perfect fall foliage destination. The award-winning lakefront resort, Shore Lodge, embodies the spirit of the destination, inviting guests to enjoy some outdoor adventures before it gets too cold. Guests can go kayaking, ATV off-roading, biking and fly fishing to enjoy the great outdoors and fall foliage.
With its prime location in Boston, Hotel Commonwealth is the perfect home base for travelers looking to explore the vibrant colors of a Massachusetts fall. Guests can easily explore the tapestry of colors at nearby Public Garden and Boston Common. Take in the vibrant hues of the ornamental Japanese Maples and breathe in the crisp fall air. Head to Charles River Esplanade for scenic biking, jogging and kayaking opportunities with views of the fall foliage reflecting off the river.
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