Fall
Experience fall color like never before
In North Carolina, leaves put on a stunning show statewide – but there's so much more to admire this fall besides the colorful trees you can enjoy on our hiking trails. From hopping on family-friendly hayrides after picking pumpkins to watching sunrises and sunsets from the same spot on the beach, there are so many ways to get creative this season. Explore lesser-known adventures and undiscovered destinations all while enjoying the fall flavors at unique events and beer festivals.
ExploreTrip Tips
- It’s not so much when to see fall color, but where. Varying mountain elevations mean foliage cascades from high to low during the span of more than a month
- Many anglers will tell you there’s no better time than fall to fish. Cast your line from one of the 19 ocean piers along our coast
- After golfing 18 at Pinehurst Resort, stop by Pinehurst Brewing Company, where they also serve homemade smoked barbecue
- Seashells are abundant this time of year, and the best time to find them is the hour on both sides of low tide (just be sure to check local regulations on collecting shells)
- To avoid crowds at state and national parks, plan your fall foliage visit during the middle of the week
- Experience sweeping mountain views and unobstructed overlooks on The Cherohala Skyway, a National Scenic Byway, in North Carolina’s Great Smoky Mountains