Can you believe Labor Day weekend is almost here? Whether you’re chasing one more summer adventure or already dreaming about crisp fall drives, we’ve got the tools to make it easy.
Our free Road Trip Planner lets you build custom itineraries with unlimited stops and sub-stops, break your trip into days, and more. Spotted a great point of interest or planning to visit friends or family along the way? Just add it right into your route. We take care of the logistics, so you can focus on making memories.
Fall is prime time for national park and forest visits — crisp air, thinner crowds, and unbeatable foliage. Before you go, grab the America the Beautiful Annual Pass. Order now and it’s valid through September 30, 2027.
One pass gets everyone in your vehicle into more than 2,000 federal recreation sites nationwide:
Ships fast, and it makes a great gift too: no name is tied to the pass until the recipient signs the back. Order yours now and start planning your adventures.
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Four routes worth building a long weekend around once leaf-peeping season begins.
VIRGINIA & NORTH CAROLINA
Blue Ridge Parkway 469 miles of ridge-top Appalachian views that are a new shade of spectacular once autumn color hits. |
MAINE
Mount Desert Island Home to Acadia National Park, this coastal route pairs color with granite peaks and ocean views. |
MINNESOTA
North Shore Scenic Drive Hug the shoreline of Lake Superior past waterfalls and forest overlooks bursting with dazzling color. |
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Kancamagus Scenic Byway Explore the iconic White Mountains glowing with yellow birches, purple beeches, and red maples. |
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Check weather and road conditions before heading out and be prepared with Our Road Trip Safety Tips.
Happy travels!
