- How long is the New England Fall Foliage Loop: Boston, the White Mountains and Vermont route?
- This route takes 9 days taking in 8 stops.
- Where does this route start and end?
- The route runs from Boston, Massachusetts to Boston, Massachusetts in New England, United States.
- When is the best time to travel this route?
- The best time to travel this route is Late September to mid-October.
- How active is this route?
- Activity level: Easy-going. Easy-going and accessible for most fitness levels.
- What transport do I need for this route?
- Any self-driven vehicle works well for this route.
- What budget do I need for this route?
- Mid-range spending — expect comfortable accommodation and a mix of dining options.
- What type of accommodation suits this route?
- Mixed accommodation works well along this route.
- What is the pace of this trip?
- Relaxed — plenty of time to linger at each stop.
- What type of trip is this?
- This route is well-suited to: Scenic, Nature, Classic road trip, Food & drink, Culture.
- Are there any practical tips for this route?
- Collect your rental car on the morning you leave the city, not on arrival. Boston parking and traffic are costly and slow. Park once and explore on foot; the historic centre is compact. Book seafood dinners ahead on autumn weekends. The Kancamagus Highway has no fuel or services for 34 miles. Fill up in Conway or Lincoln before you set off. Buy Flume Gorge tickets online in advance for autumn; timed slots sell out. Artist's Bluff is best at sunset. Smugglers' Notch (VT-108) is narrow and closes in winter. Drive it slowly, and not in a large RV or trailer. Sleepy Hollow Farm on Cloudland Road is crowded at peak. Arrive early and respect the private-property signs. The Mohawk Trail (Route 2) hairpin turn is a classic foliage viewpoint. Pair it with a morning at the Mount. Allow extra time for Boston traffic on the final leg, especially on Sunday evenings during foliage weekends.
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