It may say fall on the calendar, but the leaves haven’t started to change quite yet. Full foliage is predicted to be at its peak in our area during mid-to-late October. Specifically, the Smoky Mountains Fall Foliage Map, indicates that the majority of New Jersey will see the most vibrant orange and red leaves between October 11th and 18th, with Northwestern New Jersey changing first, and coastal New Jersey changing last. If you are heading up to New York State, or looking to go out to Pennsylvania, make sure to check the map for when leaves change as it might be earlier. To maximize on all of this natural beauty, here is a list of incredible locations to enjoy this autumn outdoors.
Atlantic County
Egg Harbor Township Nature Reserve
Bergen County
Burlington County
Hunterdon County
Mercer County
Washington Crossing State Park
Middlesex County
Morris County
Pyramid Mountain National Historic Area
Passaic County
Sussex County
Warren County
Several Counties
National Park Sites to Try:
Appalachian National Scenic Trail: A hiker’s dream, 72 miles of the more than 2,000-mile trail runs through the northwestern part of NJ.
Crossroads of the American Revolution: Run by local non-profits, this heritage trail connects battlefield sites from Fort Lee to Red Bank.
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River: Expanded in 2000, this is the largest free-flowing river in the Eastern US.
New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve: This South Jersey treasure has more than a million acres of forest, wetlands and farms. The gigantic reserve is also home to a 129-mile-long river.
Washington-Rochambeau National Historic Trail: You’ll spot signs for this trail that stretches from Massachusetts to Virginia in towns like Princeton and Allendale.
Where’s your favorite place to spot fall foliage? Let us know in the comments.