Top Spots for Breathtaking Fall Foliage in New York

People flock from all over to go leaf-peeping in New York once autumn rolls around, making the Hudson Valley and areas farther north sought-after destinations.

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There’s a lot to do in New York during the fall, from apple picking and corn mazes to antique shopping and wine tasting. When you want to get a front-row seat to bright, show-stopping leaves, though, consider these 21 prime outings.

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Bear Mountain State Park

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Red Trail at Mount Beacon Park

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The Walkway Over the Hudson

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Minnewaska State Park

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Black Creek

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