Everyone loves a splash of fall colors, especially us cyclists looking for a good outdoor adventure. In celebration of the season, we decided to compile our favorite trails for fall color adventuring around the country!
Central US:
Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Lexington KY: This trail packs a powerful 2-for-1 combo with scenic sights in the Kentucky countryside as well as passing through a long list of historic whiskey breweries so you can snag a beverage to enjoy the colors with.
East Coast:
Swamp Rabbit Trail, Greenville SC: This trail serves as a community hub for a whole series of trails that lie in the shadow of John Denver’s famously cited Blue Ridge mountains. There’ll be no shortage of colors or mountain majesty on this ride!
West Coast:
Eastern Sierra, Mammoth CA: Despite its base altitude of 7,600 ft. this trail is a low effort stroll through the autumn blaze! For those looking for a relaxing and refreshing ride on the west coast, this trip can’t be beaten.
Northland Country:
Bethel Evans Notch, Bethel Maine: This ride offers stunning color and an array of options for any level of cyclists looking to chase the seasonal colors. Whether you try the 14-mile loop or the 67-mile trek, all of these trails will wow you with mountain views (The White Mountains) and crimson color.
The Local Route:
Minnesota Valley State Trail, Shakopee MN: Located in the south-east of Minnesota, this route is a seasonal gem. Stretching from as far as Jordan to St. Paul this scenic route showcases all the fall glory as it snakes its way along the Minnesota River.
