New England autumn destinations and seasonal festivals

New England is preparing for the autumn season, offering various scenic destinations for foliage viewing and seasonal festivals.

Key scenic locations for viewing peak colors include Littleton, New Hampshire, which provides access to the White Mountains and Kilburn Crags. In Vermont, the Champlain Valley and Mount Philo are noted for late-autumn colors. Maine offers mountain views in the White Mountains region, specifically near Grafton Notch State Park and Sunday River, while Massachusetts features green spaces such as Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge.

New Hampshire also hosts several seasonal events, including the Hillsborough County Agricultural Fair, the Fall Equinox Fest in Exeter, the Deerfield Fair, and various chili cook-offs and apple harvest celebrations scheduled throughout September and October.