The 18 Best North American Road Trips to See Fall Leaves

Perhaps no excursion is more liberating than a road trip. And with the changing hues of the trees and the crisp air, fall may be the best season to enjoy America’s most scenic drives. September 22 marks the first day of autumn, which means now is the proper time to pull out a map and begin tracing the route that takes you through the heart of some of the country’s most breathtaking views. From the craggy coast of Mount Desert Island in Maine to the long stretches of highway in Alaska’s Yukon region, AD surveys the 18 most incredible scenic drives across America to enjoy this autumn. So, get behind the wheel and let the vibrantly colored maple and poplar trees dotting the East Coast, or the ash and elm trees along the West Coast, leave you speechless this season.