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10 Fall Hikes Under 5 Hours From NYC

Crispy, chilly fall mornings are on the horizon, with reds, oranges, and yellows decorating the trees all over the Northeast. Fall is one of the best seasons for hiking because of the cooler weather and beautiful fall foliage. If you’re planning your fall adventures out like I am, you’re likely mapping out the best time to take a trip into the woods to see those peak fall colors. For the hikers, there are plenty of great trails to explore that don’t. Here are 10 hikes under a five(ish) hour drive from New York City that are perfect for all your fall adventures.

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5 Weekend Road Trips Under 5 Hours From NYC

My favorite trip is a road trip, but I have my limit on how much time I can spend in a car without losing my mind. Living right near New York City, I’m familiar with how frustrating traffic can get, especially when you’re trying to get out of town. (Hopefully, gas prices will start going down before I have to start driving this summer.) Luckily, there are so many great spots within a five-hour drive radius that make the headache of stop-and-starts so worth it. Here are five trips within a day’s drive from New York City that I would recommend bumping up on your list this summer.

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