Fall has arrived, which means the leaves are transforming with autumn’s vibrant colors.
Which are the best places to visit to see the changing of the leaves in the United States?
According to the study from island.com, one of the best places in the country for leaf-peeping is right here in East Tennessee, and another is just an easy drive away across the Tennessee-North Carolina border.
Top 3 best cities on the 2024 fall foliage map
Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Gatlinburg is ranked as the third-best city for experiencing vibrant fall colors in the United States, according to the island.com study.
Gatlinburg has over 100 hiking and scenic trails for experiencing the changing of the leaves. The study showed the best time for getting a look at peak Gatlinburg foliage is Oct. 26-Nov. 3, so there’s still time to plan your trip.
The top three cities to visit for autumn foliage sightseeing in the U.S. were:
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Bar Harbor, Maine
- Gatlinburg, Tennessee