Are you wondering when the fall leaves will peak on the North Shore and where the best spots are to see them? Look no further! We've got the fall foliage map and the details on where to go with your family in the North Shore area for a colorful fall adventure during the 2024 fall leaf season.
When Will Fall Foliage Peak on the North Shore?
SmokyMountains.com's interactive 2024 Fall Foliage Prediction Map lets you easily track when leaves will peak in {Town}. This map uses advanced data like temperature, precipitation, and tree types to predict when fall colors will be at their best. With real-time user reports, you’ll know exactly when and where to take your kids for the most vibrant fall foliage.
The interactive Fall Leaf Map has become a go-to resource for families planning fall adventures. Whether you’re looking for the perfect day to go leaf-peeping in {Town} or planning a family fall weekend getaway, this map will help you time it right.
Want to know when the leaves will peak near the North Shore?
Check out the 2024 Fall Foliage Map from SmokyMountains.com and plan your family adventure today!
You can slide the slider to the right to see the predicted progression of fall.
Where to See the Best Fall Colors on the North Shore
Looking for the top places to enjoy peak fall foliage on the North Shore? Here are the most scenic spots for a day of autumn exploration with kids and your family:
1. Maudslay State Park (Newburyport)
Address: 74 Curzon Mill Rd.
One of the best areas for viewing Fall foliage on the North Shore is Maudslay State Park. Maudslay State Park features 19th-century gardens and plantings, rolling meadows, towering pines, and one of the largest naturally occurring stands of mountain laurel in Massachusetts. It's the perfect place for a walk, bike ride or picnic
2. Snake Hill/ Sally Milligan Park (Beverly)
Address: Cross Ln.
One of the best areas on the North Shore for viewing fall foliage is Sally Milligan Hill, often known as Snake Hill. It is 85 acres with trails through open fields, early succession to mature woods, wetlands fed by the Mackerel River, and overgrown former farm fields. The city has developed and maintained several miles of trails.
3. Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary (Marblehead)
Address: Risley Rd.
Fall leaves at their peak at the Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary are stunning. Explore a little over 3/4 mile of trails at Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary. Scan for birds in the trees below from the rocky outcropping.
4. Appleton Farms (Ipswich)
Address: 219 Country Rd.
Panoramic views of Fall foliage at Appleton Farms will make your day! Rolling grasslands, grazing livestock, stone walls, vegetable crops, and historic farm buildings comprise this 1,000-acre pastoral landscape, offering a rare glimpse into New England’s agricultural past.
5. View the Foliage from the water on a scenic cruise. (Essex, Salem)
Address: Salem's Pickering Warf & Essex Cruises
Plan to take an Essex Cruise and watch the leaves of the forest pass in blurs of gorgeous color. Open to all ages, the gentle two-hour riverboat journey starts in Essex and loops up the Essex River past Hog/Choate Island. Life couldn’t be sweeter or more relaxing.
Take a Lighthouse and Foliage Cruise on the Salem Sound. Head to downtown Salem’s Pickering Wharf throughout October and hop aboard Mahi Cruises’ Hannah Glover, which boasts an open-top deck and a heated main deck. The narrated sightseeing tour will go by five classic New England lighthouses while passing the shores of Salem, Beverly, Marblehead, and the Misery Islands. Plan Your Family’s Fall Adventures on the North Shore Now!
With so many family-friendly fall activities on the North Shore, now is the perfect time to plan your family fall fun on the North Shore. Whether you’re looking for kid-friendly hikes, free seasonal events, or the best spots to see peak fall foliage, the North Shore has something for everyone. Check the 2024 Fall Foliage Map to ensure you catch the best colors of the season and our Macaroni KID North Shore Fall Guide for all the local fall events and fun your family won't want to miss!
