From Texas to Tennessee, from sea to shining sea, America during the autumn may just be the most beautiful place on Earth. Fall foliage brings thousands to states like New Hampshire, New York, and Massachusetts each year. But the South, oh sweet Southern charm, is an underrated destination when it comes to seeing stunning autumn leaves. We scoured Instagram, Pinterest, and beyond to find fall photos that feature the most vibrant, breathtaking fall colors from all over the U.S.
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There's just something magical about the changing leaves this time of year. From apple picking in fragrant orchards to pumpkin spice everything, warming our mugs and our hearts—it really is the best season that leads to some truly stunning photos. Think golden-hued afternoons, scarlet and amber leaves painting a canvas across the landscape, and the smoky scent of bonfires in the air, capturing the essence of fall in every snapshot.
These 30 beautiful fall pictures really show the true beauty of the autumn season and will make you want to pack your bags to visit immediately. Imagine yourself wrapped in a cozy sweater, sipping hot cider, and strolling down a cozy path covered in leaves. You feeling it? Us too.
So, whether it's the rolling hills of Virginia or the serene bayous of Louisiana, don't underestimate the charm and allure of fall in the South. It's a spectacle of nature that invites you to slow down, breathe in deeply, and really appreciate the season change that's sweeping across America, from Texas to Tennessee, and beyond. And just look at how gorgeous those leaves are!
Lost Maples State Park near Vanderpool, Texas
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It might take later than the rest of the country, but even the Lone Star State gets to show off some stunning fall colors.
Finch Lake, Louisiana
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Things might still be warm in the south as the fall months roll in, but it's certainly beautiful in the early stages of leaves beginning to change colors.
The Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina
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North Carolina is already beautiful, but the Blue Ridge Parkway in autumn is extra photogenic.
The Guadalupe River in Texas
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Though technically this is a hot spot for tubing in the summer months, this Texas river looks lovely surrounded by the golden shades of changing leaves.
Cades Cove in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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The Smoky Mountains are stunning year-round, but add in some fall foliage? Looks just like a postcard.
Glade Creek Grist Mill at Babcock State Park in West Virginia
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This stunning West Virginia scene looks straight out of Virgin River, from the romantic trees and rocks to the picturesque cabin. You can just feel a welcome chill in the air.
Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
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The morning mist of the trees, the shades of yellow and orange. Beautiful.
The Tennessee River Gorge from Signal Mountain near Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Tennessee is in the early stages of leaf-changing here and it's exciting to think about how this scene will look once the fall hues start rolling in.
The Farms of Rural New England
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Is there even a better place to go leaf peeping than in New England?
Auxier Ridge in the Daniel Boone National Forest, Kentucky
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The beautiful landscapes of Kentucky prove that they have some stunning shades of fall to show off.
The Cherohala Skyway as it passes through the Cherokee National Forest in Tennessee
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A truly lovely highway in the fall.
Floating camp on the Ouachita River, Louisiana
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Fall has really arrived here...the golden water paired with the golden leaves makes this a truly picturesque snap.
The Mighty Mississippi River
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Look at those beautiful fall trees across the water!
The Barns of Northern Michigan
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There's just something about a red barn paired with fall leaves that just feels like the autumn season.
The stunning Northeast
It really doesn't get more fall than this photo right here. Perfection.
Biddeford, Maine
The red brick buildings of New England make this time of year up north look even more stunning.
Pioneer Valley, Massachusetts
This quaint waterfront town, paired with the vibrant fall foliage looks straight out of Practical Magic.
New York City
New York City's Central Park is always magical but it's extra lovely covered in fall leaves.
Mt Hood
The Pacific Northwest is here to remind us all that they get some seriously stunning fall hues just like the Northeast.
Washington DC
Even our nation's capitol gets peak fall foliage as the weather cools down.
Rural Vermont
The rural towns of the Northeast might be the most ideal place to be to really soak in the magical colors of fall.
Nashua, New Hampshire
The red buildings, the colorful leaves. Swoon.
An autumn forest
The most beautiful fall road we ever did see.
Wells River, Vermont
Vermont is truly magical this time of year.
A dreamy orchard
A fall activity that everyone needs to try, apple picking is not only fun, but full of beautiful landscapes and fall leaves to gander at.
A cheerful pumpkin patch
We love picking apples but the staple fall activity is definitely picking your own pumpkin at a local pumpkin patch. Put on your fall flannel and boots and get the family together for one fun-filled seasonal outing.
The New England Coast
A snapshot full of the most vibrant fall trees, lets just go ahead and add New England in the fall to our fall bucket list.
White Mountains, New Hampshire
Pure magic.
The most vibrant autumn road
Potentially the most vibrant red leaves of all time.
Lake Jocassee, South Carolina
A picturesque view proves that the south has its fair share of leaf-peeping opportunities in the fall season.
