25 New York Adventures with Stunning Fall Foliage
New York gets the best of every season - or maybe worst? Looking at you frigid winters and swampy summers - but fall in the Adirondacks and beyond is our favorite time to be in New York.
Whether you're going for an overnight trip into the backcountry, out for a quick day hike, or simply a pleasure cruise upstate in the car, right now is an amazing time to experience the outdoors in New York. With the summer heat gone and fall leaves going off, you won't regret hitting up any of these adventures this weekend. Check out some of our favorite fall adventures in New York and pick a few to explore before the leaves have all fallen!
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Cover photo: Shawn Grenninger
We want to acknowledge and thank the past, present, and future generations of all Native Nations and Indigenous Peoples whose ancestral lands we travel, explore, and play on. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!
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