Where to See the Best Fall Colors in All of Upstate New York

Do you live or travel through the Adirondacks, Berkshires, or the Catskills? Then you know — fall in Upstate New York is unmatched. Over the next few weeks, hillsides and valleys will burst into an oasis of orange, yellow, and fiery red, turning everyday drives into picture-perfect moments.

Leaf-peeping isn’t just a pastime here in the Northeast; it’s a rite of passage. And you don’t have to go far to experience some of the very best in the country.

According to Country Living Magazine, 55 towns across the U.S. made their list of the best places to see peak foliage — and at least eight of them are right here in Upstate New York or just a short drive away, including three of the top five!

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So whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or just a lazy Sunday drive, you’re never more than a short trip from some of the most breathtaking leaf-peeping in the nation.

Below, check out our gallery of the best places to soak in fall colors across Upstate New York.