For an October fall foliage road trip in the United States, choose your route by elevation and current color reports, rather than a fixed peak date. Shenandoah National Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and New York offer different seasonal windows, making it easier to find an autumn drive that fits your schedule. Shenandoah: build a shorter Skyline Drive itinerary Virginia’s Skyline Drive runs 105 miles through Shenandoah National Park. The National Park Service estimates about three hours for the full drive on a clear day, before sightseeing…
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