Millions of visitors travel to New Hampshire each fall, and the White Mountains are one of the state's most popular destinations for viewing vibrant fall colors. Our real estate agents share some of their favorite foliage spots and nearby points of interest.

Colorful Fall Drives Around the White Mountains

Jackson Falls - Jackson, NH

Address: 16-18 Carter Notch Road, Jackson, NH 03846

Waterfalls present some of the more tranquil scenes found in nature. Jackson Falls, not far from Jackson homes for sale, features a total 100-foot drop across various smaller cascades. 

Pre- or post-falls, stop at Autumn Nomad Cafe for a specialty latte such as:

• Maple bacon
• Salted caramel & vanilla bean
• Lavender honey

Autumn Nomad Cafe is open 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sunday.

Cathedral Ledge State Park - Bartlett, NH

Address: 579 Cathedral Ledge Road, Bartlett, NH 03812

Stunning Cathedral Ledge State Park sits atop a 700-foot elevation, enabling breathtaking views of the Saco River Valley and the White Mountains. Join Fido on hiking trails in the Cathedral and White Horse areas.

Park hours are 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily through 10/31. Entrance fees are $4 for adults and $2 for ages 6-11.

Nearby Frontside Coffee Roasters makes a good stop when you're viewing Bartlett homes for sale. Pick up beverages and snacks such as:

• Maple cream coffee
• Strawberry banana smoothie
• Lox & cream cheese bagel

Frontside Coffee Roasters is open seven days a week from 6:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Flume Gorge at Franconia Notch State Park - Lincoln, NH

Address: 852 Daniel Webster Highway, Lincoln, NH 03251

Take in spectacular leaf-peeping at Flume Gorge in Franconia Notch State Park, where fall color surrounds the trails, waterfalls, and dramatic rock formations. Elsewhere in Franconia Notch State Park, visitors can explore popular hiking destinations including:

• Bald Mountain and Artists Bluff
• Lonesome Lake
• Kinsman Falls

Arnold's Wayside Diner, down the street from Lincoln homes for sale, is a charming local landmark converted from a train car. Customers give high marks to the all-day breakfast menu and first-rate coffee.

Arnold's is open 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. daily. 

Crawford Notch State Park - Hart's Location, NH

Address: 1464 U.S. Route 302, Hart's Location, NH 03812

Crawford Notch State Park encompasses a significant chapter in the history near Bretton Woods homes for sale. The park's namesake family comprised the first permanent settlers in the area, serving as innkeepers and mountain guides.

Activities at the pet-friendly park include:

• Camping
• Hiking and walking
• Mountain biking

Crawford Notch State Park is open during daylight hours and general admission is free.

Enjoy a delicious meal of upscale pub fare at Fabyan's Station. Kids love to watch the model train that runs around the dining room of the converted train station. 

Hours at Fabyan's Station are noon - 8 p.m. daily except Friday and Saturday, when doors are open until 9 p.m.

Bretzfelder Memorial Park - Bethlehem, NH

Address: 799 Prospect St., Bethlehem, NH 03574

Bretzfelder Memorial Park serves as a living tribute to Charles Bretzfelder, a summer resident who famously saved the giant white pine tree that's the centerpiece of the park.

Hours are dawn until dusk daily, and well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Find out how good vegan and vegetarian food can be at The Maia Papaya, located minutes from Bethlehem homes for sale. Be sure to take home some of the luscious baked goods made from scratch onsite.

The Maia Papaya is open 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thursday through Monday.

"Fall" for a New Home in the White Mountains

Want to buy or sell a home before the end of the year? Contact us for friendly and experienced assistance.