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Fall Foliage Weekend Getaways - New England

Photo courtesy of Smugglers Notch.

New England has many great spots for viewing autumn leaves.

In Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, peak time is likely to be the last week in September or early in October, according to About's guide for New England for Visitors, who has a complete Fall Foliage guide.

Below are some suggestions for family weekend getaways.

Autumnfest at Smuggler's Notch:
Families seeking fall foliage might want to stay at a family resort such as "Smuggs", which has many kids programs, family activities, and facilities including infant care and two teen centers. Location is in mountain scenery in Vermont, with plenty of fall leaf colors; and Autumnfest offers the best rates of the year.

White Mountains, NH: Appalachian Mountain Club's Highland Center:
Another interesting option in New England is to get outdoors with the Appalachian Mountain Club.

In New Hampshire's White Mountains, the AMC offers all-inclusive weekend getaway packages at its Highland Center at Crawford Notch, with lodging, meals, hikes, nature activities, and free use of outdoors gear such as sleeping bags, backpacks, etc.

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