If you’re looking for something fun to do this autumn, you should consider a road trip. Road trips appeal to those with a sense of adventure and a love of landscapes. It’s a chance to take in the scenery as you head to your destination and it makes the journey to your destination part of the fun.
Naturally, summer is when most people are up for a road trip. The flowers will be blooming, the skies will be clear, and everyone will be outside to enjoy it all. Most people are less open to road trips in winter, and it’s not only the cold weather that deters people; it’s the lack of scenery other than snow.
Autumn or fall provides the best of both. Autumn road-tripping can offer a lot because of the time of year, from travelling to annual events in other states, Halloween or October-themed or not, or to enjoy the cool weather and fall colours and aesthetic by travelling by road rather than other methods.
Taking a road trip in autumn is something you should consider. Temperatures will be cooling down, so you don’t have to worry about heat. Nature is still out in full force, with unique colouring to make the views more spectacular. Additionally, autumn usually occurs during a school term, so you will face fewer crowds. Here’s what you can expect on an autumn road trip.
Getting the Most Out of Nature
Autumn is a unique season between the full bloom of nature in summer and its slumber in winter. You can experience it at national parks or wildlife preserves. It’s a short season that can slip away if you don’t make the most of it.
You can drive through the craggy coast of Mount Desert Island in Maine, long stretches of highway in Alaska’s Yukon region, vibrantly coloured maple and poplar trees along the East Coast, or the ash and elm trees across the West Coast.
You can catch nature preparing for winter. Leaves will be falling off, trees tucking in, and animals will be getting ready for winter. You will see them build their nests and store their food. It’s a special time to see nature in action.
Taking the Scenic Route
A road trip needs you to enjoy being in the car. In autumn, you can enjoy the scenes as your drive through routes. You can enjoy the colourful changing leaves in the mountain landscapes of the Northeast or head south for warm weather with ocean views on the Gulf Coast. Along the way, you will find small towns, natural wonders, and historical monuments that will make rest stops an adventure in themselves.
Orchard Pit Stop
Autumn is also the season when many fruits are ready for harvest. In autumn, you can harvest gather pumpkins, peaches, and even fall raspberries as part of your trip. Choose a fruit you like and visit a farm to harvest it yourself. Harvesting fruits puts you in touch with nature and gives you a chance to experience a taste of farm life.
Apples are people’s favourite fruits for eating, baking, or cooking with. During the autumn, you can take your experience with apples a bit further and pick apples in an orchard. Apple picking is a wholesome activity with a payload at the end of it, your own batch of freshly picked apples.
Farms have become adept at offering more than apple or fruit picking. You may find live music, festivals, mazes, or hay rides. They also come with shops that provide jams, ciders, candies, and other fall treats. You can find several orchards on the East Coast, Midwest, and West Coast.
Camping and Hiking
The scenic settings of autumn make it an excellent camping experience. Take the appropriate equipment and apparel with you, like a tent, a pair of handy and essential sunglasses, warm clothes, blankets, and lanterns. Take your gear and a few friends and get wrapped in autumn.
The camp areas won’t have as many crowds, so you’ll have more space. The temperatures will be pleasant during the day and cool at night, making campfires something to look forward to. You will also have fewer bugs to worry about in autumn.
If camping isn’t an option, you can enjoy a hike. Stroll through the flowers and trees shedding their leaves. You won’t have to worry about getting sweaty; just enjoy the crisp air around you.
Make the Most of an Autumn Road Trip
Autumn is a short season, so make sure you make the most of it. The season presents some stunning views, so take it as an opportunity to get out before winter arrives. Plan your road trip around scenic landscapes and monuments for a unique experience.
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