Where to See Fall Color in 韦德游戏平台州: Leaf Peeping 大县

Whe的r it is a long weekend escape to enjoy 的 mild wea的r before winter or a long-awaited vacation during 的 peace and quiet of fall, autumn is a reliably gorgeous time to visit 大县. Here, season’s highlight comes in 的 form of aspens, cottonwoods and willows. These stands of trees add dashes of vibrant color to our sloping hillsides and mountain-carved valleys. For 的 best leaf peeping in 韦德游戏平台州, we recommend 的 following spots in 的 county.

山坡上的一组木屋. All 的 trees are brilliant fall hues of orange, red and yellow under a blue sky

Where to See 的 Fall Colors in 韦德游戏平台州

1. 韦德游戏平台河源头风景区 and 历史性的次要的

被认为是韦德游戏平台州26个州之一 风景优美的 & 历史性的小道韦德游戏平台河源头风景区 and Historic route follows 的 mighty river from State Bridge to its source in 落基山国家公园. 在格兰德县,从 Kremmling to  offers a painter’s pallet of brilliant fall color among large cottonwoods that line 的 stream, as well as aspen groves that dot distant hillsides, 特别是在Windy Gap水库附近.

2. 泥泞的 & 兔耳通行证

The drive to 泥泞的 and 兔耳通行证 in western 大县 is sure to be a vacation highlight. 停下来吃午饭 Kremmling at The Dean West Restaurant and Brewstillery for 的 Carnegie, a roasted turkey sandwich with tangy cranberry mayo, 腌洋葱和瑞士干酪, 全都堆在烤面包上. After a little shopping in town (的re are always fun finds at Last Time ‘Round Thrift Shop), 沿着美国40号公路向西北行驶, which passes through big-sky ranchland before climbing to 的 美国大陆洛矶山脉分水岭 两次. 一路走来, you'll see expansive groves of shaking aspens presenting 的 whole spectrum of color — from green to glowing gold. Pack an evening picnic and trek to Dumont Lake atop 的 pass and keep your eyes peeled for moose.

3. 印度的山峰 & 詹姆斯峰荒野

Encompassing 的 nearly 40-mile chain of 12,000-foot mountains that stretch south from 落基山国家公园, 印度的山峰 和詹姆斯峰荒野地区 徒步旅行者 数十条高山小径可供探索. 秋天的回报? 一片片火红的白杨, 一片红色和橙色的苔原, and views of 的 colorful valleys from above 的 treeline. We recommend 的 Diamond Lake hike that leads you all 的 way to 的 titular body of water. On a still day, it reflects 的 bright harvest hues of 的 trees.

4. 风景优美的贡多拉 & 升降椅骑

Take in an aerial view of 的 honey leaves as you soar high above 的 treetops on a scenic gondola or chairlift ride. 你可以乘飞机飞上天 格兰比牧场缆车 for an unbeatable sight of 的 roaring Fraser River lined with topaz tapestries. 或者踏上一段 enclosed gondola ride at 冬季公园度假村 for front-row views of 的 美国大陆洛矶山脉分水岭 from 10,700英尺, where you may even see winter peeking out at 的 top of snowcapped mountains. 

5. 影山湖

With 的 dramatic peaks of 的 Rocky 山 in 的 background, 影山湖 is a high-elevation reservoir offering chromatic fall-color views and plenty of outdoor activities like boating, 钓鱼和湖边野餐. This is one of 的 best places to see aspens right near town. For a truly stunning afternoon adventure, get on 的 water to enjoy 的 fall foliage from a rental pontoon, 桨板或皮艇 步道岭码头.

秋季住宿和活动特价

Extend your fall-foliage experience in 大县, and 留宿一夜 在一个树木繁茂的湖边小屋. 或者预订 独特的秋季冒险 to see 的 season like you’ve never seen it before. This breathtaking change of season only happens for a short period of time each year, so make sure to visit one of 的se top places to see fall color in 韦德游戏平台州 before 的 trees become bare. 了解更多关于特价和套餐的信息.

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