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I’m always surprised how many people say fall is their favorite season, but it is a beautiful time of year, especially in Pennsylvania. I personally think Pennsylvania offers some of the best fall colors in the entire U.S., and now is the perfect time to start planning that fall trip to see those vibrant autumn shades. I’m already seeing a few leaves changing colors, and while it’s beautiful, I have to admit that I’m not very happy to see the changing leaves, since it means summer is winding down. I’m not ready for it to end, because we all know that snow is on the way.

The crew at VisitPA.com has put together a list of the best places to view fall foliage in Pennsylvania. “Nothing signals the advent of autumn in Pennsylvania like when the state’s natural landscape begins to burst with glittering displays of red, yellow, and purple,” they state in the article. “From the large-scale transformations in Allegheny National Forest and Rothrock State Forest to historical sights framed by varying shades of gold, visitors can catch a glimpse of this annual spectacle by foot, bike, or car!”

Of course, the best times to view fall foliage differs by region and year, so check with your local spots before venturing out on a big fall foliage viewing trip. I can’t wait to head to some of these destinations to take in the fall colors. Why not make a family trip out of it, or a weekend with friends? Read on for the full list of the best places to see fall foliage in Pennsylvania via the crew at VisitPA.com. What is your favorite spot to view the fall colors in Pennsylvania and Philadelphia? Reach out to us on social media and let us know your favorite areas to view the bright colors.

  • 25. Gettysburg National Military Park

    Best viewing time: late October

  • 24. Pennsylvania Route 6

    Best viewing time: mid to late October

  • 23. Brandywine Battlefield Park

    Best viewing time: mid to late October

  • 22. Cook Forest State Park

    Best viewing time: mid October

  • 21. Lancaster County

    Best viewing time: mid October

  • 20. Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

    Best viewing time: mid October

  • 19. Bucktail Overlook

    Best viewing time: mid October

  • 18. Delaware State Forest

    Best viewing time: mid October

  • 17. Ridley Creek State Park

    Best viewing time: mid October

  • 16. Three Rivers Heritage Trail

    Best viewing time: mid October

  • 15. Presque Isle State Park

    Best viewing time: mid October

    https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g52607-d1519750-Reviews-Presque_Isle_State_Park-Erie_Pennsylvania.html

  • 14. Rothrock State Forest

    Best viewing time: mid October

  • 13. Oil Region National Heritage Area

    Best viewing time: mid October

  • 12. Washington Crossing Historic Park

    Best viewing time: mid October

  • 11. Big Pocono State Park

    Best viewing time: mid October

  • 10. Kinzua Bridge State Park

    Best viewing time: early to mid October

  • 9. Winslow Hill Elk Viewing Area

    Best viewing time: early October

    Winslow Hill Elk Viewing Area - Benezette, PA

    2 reviews and 29 photos of WINSLOW HILL ELK VIEWING AREA "Whether you know it or not, PA is home to the largest free roaming elk herd in the northeast. The elk that currently call PA home are not indigenous to the area.

  • 8. Memorial Lake State Park

    Best viewing time: early October

  • 7. Starrucca Viaduct

    Best viewing time: early October

  • 6. Lebanon Valley Rail Trail and Mt. Gretna

    Best viewing time: early October

  • 5. Northern Central Railway

    Best viewing time: early October

    https://www.yorkcountytrails.org/trails/heritage-rail-trail-county-park/

  • 4. John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

    Best viewing time: early October

  • 3. Pine Creek Gorge

    Best viewing time: early October

  • 2. Great Allegheny Passage

    Best viewing time: early October

  • 1. Allegheny National Forest

    Best viewing time: late September or early October

  • Source

    This list is via visitPA.com.

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