This Fall Spot Ranked No. 1 For 2025 Leaf-Peeping

Watching leaves change from green to shades of red, gold, and amber is now a favorite fall tradition. What used to be something locals enjoyed has turned into a must-do travel experience called leaf peeping. A recent study even showed that 65% of Americans want to travel just to enjoy a specific season.

For 2025, Priceline shared the top 10 places for fall foliage, and the Hudson Valley in New York has been named the No. 1 spot.

Why Hudson Valley?

Just north of New York City, the Hudson Valley is filled with charming small towns like Catskills, Beacon, Hudson, Woodstock, and Rhinebeck.

Here, you can:

• Stroll through 7,000 glowing jack o’lanterns.

• Go apple picking in big orchards.

• Shop antiques and boutiques that feel like they’re straight out of a movie.

• Hike trails with fiery fall colors.

• Sip wine at vineyards or enjoy luxury retreats surrounded by autumn views.

Best Leaf-Peeping Spots in Hudson Valley

• Harriman State Park

• Hudson Highland State Park Preserve

• Route 52 for beautiful drives and lookout points

• Hudson River Skywalk or Walkway Over the Hudson for amazing views

Other Top Fall Spots for 2025

1. Hudson Valley, New York

2. Boulder, Colorado

3. Snoqualmie Valley, Washington

4. Bucks County, Pennsylvania

5. Bretton Woods, New Hampshire

6. Columbia River Gorge, Oregon

7. French Lick West Baden, Indiana

8. North Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada

9. Smugglers’ Notch Pass, Vermont

10. The Berkshires, Massachusetts

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