Adirondacks named best fall foliage destination in U.S. for 2026

New York is known for its stunning fall foliage and vibrant autumn colors, so it may come as no surprise that one New York region topped a recent list of the best places in the country to see fall foliage. Priceline recently released a list of the 10 best destinations for autumn leaf-peeping, based

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New York is known for its stunning fall foliage and vibrant autumn colors, so it may come as no surprise that one New York region topped a recent list of the best places in the country to see fall foliage.

Priceline recently released a list of the 10 best destinations for autumn leaf-peeping, based on an analysis of hotel searches for fall 2026.

New York's Adirondack region ranked No. 1 and was the only destination in the state to make the list. Five of the 10 destinations were in the Northeast, including locations in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont.

Adirondacks top fall foliage list

With about 6 million acres of forests, lakes and mountains, the Adirondacks claimed the top spot on Priceline's list of the best places in the U.S. to see fall foliage.

The region's

forests and waterways create a colorful backdrop each autumn, with scenic drives, hiking trails and mountain towns offering plenty of ways to take in the changing leaves.

The Adirondacks include numerous communities, including Lake Placid, Lake George, Saranac Lake and Long Lake.

According to Priceline, the best time to visit the region for peak fall colors is typically late September through early October, although timing can vary depending on weather and location.