We don’t know about you, but one of our favorite things to do in the fall is to view the foliage. From scenic drives to hikes to overlooks in Massachusetts, there are numerous ways to take in the colors at the season’s peak. Let’s take a look at some of the best overlooks in the state to view the fall colors.
- Mount Greylock
Diana Schneider/AllTrails Mount Greylock happens to be the highest point of elevation in the state. Located within the Mount Greylock State Reservation, there are plenty of ways to take in the fall foliage. However, the best spot is at the summit. Hike to the top or take a drive - the choice is yours. Mount Greylock, Adams, MA 01220, USA
- Sugarloaf Mountain
sam zhu/Google Head to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain where you’ll find an observation tower. Take in the jaw-dropping panoramic views of the fall colors from here. South Sugarloaf Mountain, Deerfield, MA 01373, USA
- Blue Hills Reservation
Chris V/AllTrails Some of the best fall foliage views in Massachusetts can be found at Blue Hills State Reservation. Take the Skyline Trail or even the Great Blue Hill trail for epic scenery. 695 Hillside St, Milton, MA 02186, USA
- Bridge of Flowers
austin king/Google The Bridge of Flowers is a former trolley bridge in Shelburne Falls found along the Mohawk Trail. Adorned with flowers and other decor throughout the year, it’s also a fantastic place to view fall foliage in Massachusetts. 22 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370, USA
- Weir Hill Reservation
Xiaolan Zhao/Google Fall vistas can be discovered along Weir Hill Reservation Trail. You’ll have gorgeous views of the Merrimack Valley as well as the fall leaves. Weir Hill, North Andover, MA 01845, USA
- Wachusett Mountain State Reservation
Jukie Bot/Flickr Take a hike to the summit at Wachusett Mountain State Reservation for stunning fall colors. If you can’t make the hike, you can drive your car to the peak between May and the end of October. Mount Wachusett, Princeton, MA 01541, USA
- Golden Eagle Restaurant
Amy Pritchard/Google Located at the hairpin turn along the scenic Mohawk Trail, the Golden Eagle Restaurant offers an incredible vantage point to take in the fall hues. Stop here for a bite to eat at this two-story restaurant and you’ll be treated to sweeping foliage views. 1935 Mohawk Trail, Clarksburg, MA 01247, USA
Have you been to any of these overlooks in Massachusetts in the fall? If so, which one(s)? Let us know in the comments.
Diana Schneider/AllTrails
Mount Greylock happens to be the highest point of elevation in the state. Located within the Mount Greylock State Reservation, there are plenty of ways to take in the fall foliage. However, the best spot is at the summit. Hike to the top or take a drive - the choice is yours.
Mount Greylock, Adams, MA 01220, USA
sam zhu/Google
Head to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain where you’ll find an observation tower. Take in the jaw-dropping panoramic views of the fall colors from here.
South Sugarloaf Mountain, Deerfield, MA 01373, USA
Chris V/AllTrails
Some of the best fall foliage views in Massachusetts can be found at Blue Hills State Reservation. Take the Skyline Trail or even the Great Blue Hill trail for epic scenery.
695 Hillside St, Milton, MA 02186, USA
austin king/Google
The Bridge of Flowers is a former trolley bridge in Shelburne Falls found along the Mohawk Trail. Adorned with flowers and other decor throughout the year, it’s also a fantastic place to view fall foliage in Massachusetts.
22 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370, USA
Xiaolan Zhao/Google
Fall vistas can be discovered along Weir Hill Reservation Trail. You’ll have gorgeous views of the Merrimack Valley as well as the fall leaves.
Weir Hill, North Andover, MA 01845, USA
Jukie Bot/Flickr
Take a hike to the summit at Wachusett Mountain State Reservation for stunning fall colors. If you can’t make the hike, you can drive your car to the peak between May and the end of October.
Mount Wachusett, Princeton, MA 01541, USA
Amy Pritchard/Google
Located at the hairpin turn along the scenic Mohawk Trail, the Golden Eagle Restaurant offers an incredible vantage point to take in the fall hues. Stop here for a bite to eat at this two-story restaurant and you’ll be treated to sweeping foliage views.
1935 Mohawk Trail, Clarksburg, MA 01247, USA
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