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The New Hampshire Division of Travel and Tourism states in its Fall Foliage Report for Wednesday, September 14, 2011, that fall foliage colors have been spotted in New Hampshire — especially in the Great North Woods Region and White Mountains Regions of New Hampshire. While the colors are not dominant yet, the changing of the leaves is a precursor to the traditionally brilliant colors that can be found as the fall foliage season progresses in the “Granite State.” And remember, whether there’s foliage, the views in so many areas of New Hampshire can be spectacular, no matter what time of the year! Here is the fall foliage report for this week, courtesy of the New Hampshire Division of Travel and Tourism:
Great North Woods Region (Grand North): Hints of autumn are in the air in the Great North Woods region. Some spotty yellows can be seen along the rivers, and occasional road side maples are beginning to show their fall reds. There is slight color showing in the low lying areas, while the expanded views are showing a little color change among the higher elevations. This part of the state is always first to show peak fall foliage; the upcoming cool nights and warm days will push the region into full color in the next few weeks.
White Mountains Region: The red maples are just starting to turn in the White Mountains region. This is mostly in the marshy areas and lowlands, and along rivers, streams, and ponds. Occasional yellows are popping up here and there, and some of the tops of trees are showing a blaze or two of orange. Overall, the region has a way to go before the color really develops. In the meantime, the views are spectacular, the Kancamagus Highway is open, and the area is ready to welcome early fall visitors.
Lakes Region: Green is the predominant color throughout the Lakes region, with just a few hints of red coming to life in the wetlands. It’s going to be a while before strong fall color hits this part of the state. There’s still plenty of time to enjoy late summer activities in this region, including boating, hiking, biking and scenic drives. Take advantage of the warm temperatures and explore the 273 lakes and ponds in the area.
Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region: Our leaf peepers in the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee region are reporting little subtle changes in color throughout the landscape. There’s nothing drastic just yet, just spotty reds alongside waterways and lowlands. As the nights become cooler, the colors will soon begin to develop. Overall, the area is holding on to the lush greens of summer.
Monadnock Region: The majority of the trees in the Monadnock region have not yet begun to change, although some of the outer edges of the maples are just starting to tip with some orange and red. Around Mount Monadnock, there are signs of change, with small blasts of yellow beginning to show. We hear there is a lot of red in the orchards – not on the leaves, but from the ready-to-pick apples.
Merrimack Valley Region: The fall colors are just barely starting in the Merrimack Valley region, if you look closely. Some of the wetlands are showing flashy reds among the maples, and there are occasional sightings of yellow alongside brooks and streams. This area is known to change slowly, and then burst into color almost overnight, so look for more color change as the season progresses.
Seacoast Region: The Seacoast region is always the last part of the state to experience the colors of fall, and right now the area is still perfectly green all over. Enjoy the remaining summer days here by visiting one of the beautiful beaches, or by exploring one of the many downtowns of the inner seacoast communities.
There are lots of events and activities going on in New Hampshire this weekend – for a complete listing of events, please go to our website at www.visitnh.gov.
Editor’s note: rooms at quality New Hampshire hotels tend to go quickly during the New Hampshire foliage season. We, at The Thrifty New England Traveler, recommend booking a hotel in New Hampshire at the lowest available rates as soon as possible!
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