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Fall Foliage in Connecticut

Connecticut is an often overlooked fall foliage destination, but there are plenty of reasons to leaf peep in CT. Here is your guide to the best places to see Connecticut fall foliage.
Fall Foliage on the Farmington River
Fall foliage on the Farmington River photo gallery. Enjoy these autumn scenes along Connecticut's only National Wild and Scenic River.
A Peek at the Peak from the Peak
The 165-foot Heublein Tower at the summit of Talcott Mountain provides for fabulous views, especially during the New England fall foliage season. Here's the information to plan your own hike up Talcott Mountain, or come along on a virtual photo tour.
Fall at the Reservoir
From your About.com Guide, autumn's paintbrush decorates a popular West Hartford spot; come along on a virtual tour!
Five Fall Festivals in Connecticut
Fall is the perfect time of year for a festival--the heat of summer has subsided, nature provides a colorful event backdrop at no charge, and leaf peeping along the drive to the festival can be as much fun as the event itself.
Wind and Wine Your Way Through Connecticut
From your About.com Guide, autumn is the perfect time to explore The Connecticut Wine Trail.
CT Lodgings for Leaf Peepers
From your About.com New England for Visitors Guide, find a hotel or B&B in Connecticut for your fall foliage escape.
Fall Foliage Driving Tours in CT
From your About.com New England for Visitors Guide, here are suggested scenic drives through Connecticut for fall.
Litchfield Connecticut is Lovely for Leaves
Litchfield, Connecticut, makes a great fall foliage home base for travelers who want to see autumn's glory in western New England. Here is a quick guide to the town of Litchfield, Connecticut, including accommodations, dining, nearby scenic drives, local attractions, fall day trip ideas, fun fall festivals and events and other essential travel information.
Berkshire Balloons Foliage Tours
Located in central Connecticut in Southington, Berkshire Balloons offers hot air balloon rides daily year round, but they're particularly busy during foliage season.
Connecticut Fall Foliage Updates
The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection provides regular reports on foliage conditions statewide beginning in mid-September.
Hartford Area Scenic Drives
From the Great Outdoor Recreation Pages (GORP), here are some scenic routes in the Hartford area that make for great fall drives.
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