America's Best Fall Color Drives

Lake Placid, NY

The Route: 45 miles.

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The Adirondacks, the largest natural wilderness region in the Eastern United States, offers a dazzling palette of autumnal colors in the six-million-acre Adirondack Park, designated “forever wild.” Start in Lake Placid and go northeast on Route 86 along the high cliffs of the Au Sable River to view the sugar maples, American beech, and yellow birch trees’ dazzling color display. Pass Jay and Keene, continue up the mountain along Cascades Lake, then head back into Lake Placid.

Where to Stop: Don’t miss Lake Placid’s Flaming Leaf Festival, October 9th; overnight at the Lake Placid Lodge; take the Whiteface Mountain gondola ride; and go to Santa’s Workshop in Wilmington.

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America's Best Fall Color Drives

Lake Placid, NY

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