A super guide to maple viewing routes in the White Mountains around Boston

In the golden autumn of October, the White Mountain National Forest Park is gradually dyed red. As the leading maple viewing destination in the eastern United States, it is very suitable for a one-day self-driving tour to experience this romantic and moving autumn maple feeling. 17 Best time to view maple: mid-October to early November. The weather and air humidity will fluctuate every year. It is a 2.5-hour drive from Boston and a 5.5-hour drive from New York. Recommended attractions ❶Kancamagus Highway The most beautiful section of the maple viewing highway in the White Mountains is 35 miles long. There are popular check-in spots such as Sabbaday Falls and Rocky Gorge along the way, where you can stop to enjoy the maple leaves. :You need to buy a $5 Day Pass if you need to stop to enjoy the view along the way. Flume Gorge Red leaves cover the valley, and it is very pleasant to walk on the wooden plank road above the gurgling stream and enjoy the spectacular waterfall. :$18/person ③Hancock Overlook The popular hairpin bend is the most suitable section for drone photography, but you cannot fly within 400 meters of the road, so you can walk further before flying. ④Artist's Bluff It is also a popular attraction, overlooking the red maple trees and Echo Lake. Starting from the parking lot, it takes 15 minutes to reach the viewpoint counterclockwise; it takes about 1-1.5 hours to walk along the circular trail to Artist's Bluff Trail. 4 Maple viewing train The best route to see the red leaves is: Mountaineer - Iconic Crawford Notch Scenic Train Ride Adults start at $76, children start at $52 ❺Mt Washington The top of the mountain can overlook the entire charming autumn scenery, but it is a winding mountain road, and it is safer to have an experienced driver drive Tips for viewing: The White Mountain tracker can check the degree of redness of the maple leaves. There are many people in the red leaf season, so it is recommended to book various tickets in advance. The top of the mountain is windy, so prepare a jacket that is easy to put on and take off Carry a map and navigation tools with you to prevent getting lost. Prepare food and drinking water. White Mountain National Forest