The seaside village of Camden, Maine, is a stunning stop with something for just about everyone. There are miles and miles of places to hike and go for scenic drives to take in the fantastic fall foliage showcasing the incredible color. Some places, such as the magnificent Maiden’s Cliff trail located in Camden Hills State Park, include lake or ocean views too.
Visit between late September through October and enjoy the assorted array of colors on the terrific tree-filled islands in Lake Megunticook. See the ocean and Mount Battie’s trees by cruising Camden Hills Auto Road. Go to the Camden Snow Bowl and ride the popular Fall Foliage Chair Lift and see all the colors as it takes you up rugged Ragged Mountain.
Found mere minutes from the famous New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, the newest national park, Fayetteville is fairly surrounded by massive mountains that are blanketed with fall foliage every autumn. This small-town getaway was also voted to be one of the coolest towns in the US. It’s also a popular place for hikers, rock climbers, and mountain bikers.
Outdoor adventurers should enjoy hiking the Endless Wall and Long Point trails, and fishing and floating the popular New River Gorge National Waterway. Less sports-inclined visitors should love the New River Gorge Bridge, the town park, the shops, and assorted eateries located downtown.