It is that time of year.
The leaves are changing across Connecticut, opening up a world of stunning vistas and Instagram-able moments.
While most folks know a good place to enjoy the changing foliage, a top ten list from USA Today has two Nutmeg-state locales amongst the best in New England.
The first, ranking 8th overall, is Litchfield, according to USA Today: “This swath of the Nutmeg State is known for its patchwork of mountain lakes, laurel-covered glades, and pine-scented woods – and Litchfield County’s white clapboard houses and towering church steeples ooze quintessential New England charm. It’s hard to beat hiking here in autumn, with the annual cascade of scarlet, gold, and pumpkin-colored leaves adding eye-candy.”
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Not far behind in 9th place might be a surprise: Hartford. According to USA Today, “the Connecticut state capital, is sprinkled with leafy public parks that are at their best in autumn. Bushnell Park is one of the oldest publicly funded parks in America. Elizabeth Park’s formal gardens and walking loops burst with beautiful leaves. Upscale West Hartford has five reservoirs offering scenic trails and even fishing. For hands-on fun indoors, visit the Connecticut Science Center and The Children’s Museum.”
Curious which New England destination ranked number one? That honor went to Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island in Maine, according to USA Today.
Check out the full top ten below, courtesy of USA Today: