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Best Fall Foliage Destination In Nation Is Bucks Co.

Priceline developed a list of the top foliage destinations based on an analysis of its internal search volume data. Bucks beat New England.

Fall Foliage is now best viewed in Bucks County, according to search analysis compiled by Priceline.
Fall Foliage is now best viewed in Bucks County, according to search analysis compiled by Priceline. (Olivia Booth/Patch)

BUCKS COUNTY, PA —When you think of fall foliage, New England usually comes to mind.

Not anymore.

Bucks County is our the No. 1 destination in the nation for leaf peeping for 2024, according to a search analysis compiled by Priceline, an online travel agency, and as featured nationally and internationally in Travel + Leisure, Forbes, and UK Yahoo! Finance.

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Priceline developed its list of the top foliage destinations based on an analysis of its internal search volume data. Bucks County quickly rose to the top of its list as the most searched fall destination, beating out the more traditional foliage hot spots in New England and upstate New York.

Others making the list were:

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  • No. 2: North Lake Tahoe in California and Nevada
  • No. 3: Bretton Woods, New Hampshire
  • No. 4: Albany, New York
  • No. 5: Payette River Scenic Byway, Idaho
  • No. 6: Stowe, Vermont
  • No. 7: Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
  • No. 8: McKenzie River Scenic Byway, Oregon

Bucks County offers a variety of ways to experience its acclaimed fall foliage.

From the charming shops of Peddler’s Village to the historic streets of New Hope, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy family-friendly events like The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular or spend a day at Shady Brook Farm.

Explore the scenic grounds of Fonthill Castle, and enjoy apple and pumpkin picking at an array of farms and markets. Bucks County is the ideal destination for a fall getaway, offering a variety of restaurants serving seasonal and farm-to-table cuisine.

Popular activities include hiking, scenic drives, and exploring the area's quaint towns, all set against a backdrop of brilliant autumn colors.

Click Visit Bucks County's website here for more information on planning your leaf-peeping adventure.

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