Fall Foliage Season in the Parks

Leaf Peeping season starts around October 1st and peak color often coincides with Columbus Day.

The parks come alive with color

fall foliage norwottuck rail trail
Norwottuck Rail Trail, Northampton

Whether you prefer scenic drives to view summit vistas, peaceful walks against colorful foliage backdrops, or bike rides amongst falling leaves, find it all in Massachusetts state parks.

Visit the Massachusetts Fall Foliage webpage​ for more information.

Mt. Sugarloaf State Reservation

mount sugarloaf vista
Mt. Sugarloaf offers a commanding view of the Connecticut River, the Pioneer Valley, and the Pelham and Berkshire Hills.

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Quabbin Reservior

quabbin reservoir

The New Salem and Enfield lookouts offer magnificent views of the reservoir.

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October Mountain State Forest

fall foliage and boaters

The name of "October Mountain" is attributed to writer Herman Melville, whose view from his home in Pittsfield of these hills in fall impressed him so.

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Appalachian Trail

hiker and fall foliage

The Appalachian Trail in Massachusetts provides a broad array of hiking opportunities for both the long-distance or day hiker.

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Norwottuck Rail Trail

 

walker with fall foliage

The Norwottock Rail Trail is an 11 mile path linking Northampton, Hadley, and Amherst along the former Boston & Main Railroad right-of-way.

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Maudslay State Park

man and woman on bikes

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Ashuwillticook Rail Trail

fall foliage on rail trail

The rail trail offers outstanding views of scenery and abundant wildlife.

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Pope John Paul II Park Reservation

fall foliage by brook

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