Vermont’s Fall Colors Emerge Statewide

10-04-2007

STOCKBRIDGE, Vt. – Sunshine and mild temperatures make this a perfect time to enjoy Vermont’s beautiful fall foliage.

 Foresters predict ideal conditions for enjoying the autumn scenery throughout the state this week. Full and spot color is reported across Vermont and in higher elevations along the spine of the Green Mountains. Those who enjoy the mid-stage patchwork of brightening yellows and reds in a mix of still green foliage will find much to enjoy along the way.

 

Best Bets:  Beautiful fall color is beginning to show along Route 4 in Quechee, Woodstock, and Rutland, as well as Route 107 in Bethel and Stockbridge. You’ll also find patches of bright color along Route 131 from the Connecticut River to Proctorsville and along Route 103 from Mount Holly to Ludlow and Chester. Leaf-peepers will also see plenty of nice spot color along Route 2 near Joe's Pond, Marshfield, Danville and St. Johnsbury. 

 

Along Interstate 89, areas of color can also be seen between Northfield and Montpelier. Spot color can also be found along Interstate 89 from Bolton to Colchester, while muted shades of gold and russet can be seen in the hills surrounding Richmond and Williston.

 

Dozens of continuing and special events for the coming week and weekend are listed

in the Events Calendar of the Vermont Travel Planner at www.VermontVacation.com/fall.

Also available on the website are several tools for planning a Vermont fall foliage tour:

• Fall Foliage Forecaster
• Lodging Availability Forecaster
• 20 Scenic Drives
• Fall Travel Tips

 

The Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing advises making advance reservations because the most popular lodgings may fill early on busy weekends during the first two weekends in October.  Some innkeepers may require a minimum two-night stay, especially on busy weekends.   Foliage viewers can avoid the reservations’ squeeze by visiting mid-week. 

 

 

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