Places to Explore

Explore these favorite trails to see the best of Massachusetts nature in the fall. 

When the heat of summer fades, the crispness of fall signals birders to get outdoors and search for fall migratory birds. Don’t know where to start? Check out our favorite fall birding hotspots at Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuaries. 

Have you ever noticed that the progression of fall foliage follows a natural schedule? Certain plants become colorful early in the season, and others take their time. Here’s a guide to autumn color changes.

The trees at our wildlife sanctuaries have experienced the different seasons for decades, centuries even. Each fall, they draw the gaze of visitors who marvel at the vibrant red, yellow, orange, and more subtle green hues in oak, maple, and beech forests. And while fall is no doubt glorious, our trees stand out throughout the year—some more than others thanks to their unique stories. 

Few places display the breathtaking splendor of fall like the Berkshires. Leaf peepers travel from across the globe to experience the reds, oranges, and yellows that can be found at these four wildlife sanctuaries. 

Contrary to Noah Kahan’s album Stick Season, we love Massachusetts because it’s the season of the sticks!