Fall travel guide

Explore beaches, back roads, vineyards, and more during the West's golden season

Top 18 spots for fall color

Go on a foliage tour of the West at our favorite places to soak up the season's golds, crimsons, and more

San Juan Mountains, CO
Photo by Getty Images; written by Aislyn Greene

San Juan Mountains, CO

In October, the aspens and oaks of Colorado’s San Juan Mountains gild the slopes so brilliantly it’s like Project Runway for trees. Choose from two great scenic drives to take it all in: the San Juan Skyway or the Silver Thread Scenic & Historic Byway.

More: Best fall getaways in the West


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