Franconia Ridge Loop Trail

Hiking the Franconia Ridge Loop is not for the faint for heart because the trail covers 8.6 miles and has an elevation gain of 3,800 feet.

However, this is a great thing to do during fall in New England if you are the adventurous sort.

The challenging trail takes you through three different mountain ranges and offers sweeping panoramic views of fall foliage in the White Mountains.

The best part? You can hike a small portion of the trail if you’re not feeling up for a hearty hike. Which is what we did.

Either way you slice it, this is a must do for fall color in New England. In fact, it was named as one of the world’s top 10 best hiking trails by National Geographic in 2017.

Cannon Mountain Aerial Tram

If you’re looking for an aerial view of the breathtaking fall foliage in New Hampshire, look no further than the Cannon Mountain Aerial Tram.

A quick 10-minute gondola ride takes your directly to the summit of Cannon Mountain, reaching a dizzying elevation of 4,080 feet.

You’ll be rewarded with stunning panoramic views of the White Mountains swallowed up by fall color. What’s more, on a clear day you can see Canada and mountains from four different states.

This is a great way to give your weary hiking legs a rest.

When you reach the summit make sure to pop off and check out the observation deck and grab a snack at the cafe. Restrooms available as well.