From now through the end of November, watch autumn colors reach their peak during the leaf peeping season. Whether you have a weekend trip in mind or planning a nature escape, we’ve recommended a few state and national parks you can plan your private flights for the ultimate fall foliage tour across the U.S. Enjoy the changing canopies from the comfort of your very own private jet cabin, enjoy pumpkin spice beverages and treats on board, and you arrive to the nearest airports and FBOs.
Acadia National Park | Maine
New England starts to show some of the earliest signs of turning leaves. Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont will set the tone for a fall day. Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park offers fall foliage with the Atlantic coast as a backdrop. You can follow the Appalachian National Scenic Trail trail from Maine to Georgia throughout autumn for the slopes of color gradation.
Nearest airport: Fly to Hancock County Airport (BHB) by private jet
Recommended private jet: Learjet 45
White Mountain National Forest | New Hampshire
Appalachian trail of White Mountain National Forest covers a quarter of the state of New Hampshire, offering the most vibrant display of colors side by side with Glen Ellis Falls. Other popular NH waterfalls to see during this season are Crawford Notch State Park’s Silver Cascade and Arethusa State Park.
Nearest airport: Fly by private jet to Mt Washington Regional Airport (HIE) in Whitefield, NH
Charter a jet to White Mountain National Forest: Ciessna Citation CJ3
Gifford Woods State Park | Vermont
During the autumn, camping, hiking, or fish in Gifford Woods State Park in Vermont, at the foot of the Pico and Killington peaks, gives great fall reflections off of Kent Pond.
Nearest airport: Fly by private jet to Rutland Airport (RUT) in North Clarendon, VT
Charter a jet to Gifford Woods State Park: Phenom 300
Smoky Mountains and Blue Ridge Parkway | Tennessee / North Carolina
A stunning 360 vista of the Smoky Mountains, Clingmans Dome borders both Tennessee and North Carolina. On either side of the Smokies, stay in Gatlinburg or Bryson City for perfect access and views. If you prefer to be around the town, get on over to Nashville or Asheville. Connecting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Shenandoah National Park in, from Asheville to Cherokee, is the 470-mile span of Blue Ridge Parkway, seeing October peak .
Nearest airports: Fly from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Gatlinburg Pigeon Forge Airport (GKT) by private jet
Charter a jet to Smoky Mountains: Bombardier Challenger 350
Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway | South Carolina
During October into November, the southernmost Blue Ridge Mountains you’ll find the Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway, accessible through Greenville, South Carolina. A historical 130 mile upcountry byway with peach orchards with spectacular lead-peeping.
Nearest airport: Fly by private jet to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) in Greenville, SC
Charter a jet to Cherokee Foothills: Learjet 75
Rocky Mountain National Park | Colorado
A photographers’ dream, the Rocky Mountain National Park offer a mix of golden Aspens and evergreens in late September, with yellow-hued gradations. The Rockies also offer trails to get your steps in at Bear Lake, Hidden Valley, Twin Sisters Trailhead, Glacier Creek Trail.
Nearest airport: Fly by private jet to Denver International Airport (DEN)
Charter a jet to Rocky Mountain National Park: Gulfstream G450
Zion National Park | Utah
An October must-see is Zion – this national park can only be described as stunning and will leave you in awe. While it can be a rainy season, the cooler fall weather
Nearest airports: Fly by private jet to McCarran International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, NV
Charter a jet to Zion National Park: Citation X
Glacier National Park | Montana
Glacier National Park has two autumns. See the Aspen and conifers turn gold in late September, and then the landscape become even more golden mountainsides in mid-October. The snow-capped Alpine peaks are pleasantly highlighted by blue skies with a brillian view of Hidden Lake.
Nearest airports: Fly by private jet to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) in Kalispell, MT
Charter a jet to Glacier National Park: Gulfstream 200
Grand Teton National Park | Wyoming
Saturated fall palettes peak to mid-October, producing burnt-golds and crimon-reds at Jackson Hole, where many of the summer activities continue with slightly cooler temperatures during autumn. Watch the breathtaking views of Quaking Aspens, Narrowleaf Cottonwoods, Black Hawthorns and Willows intermixed with the mountain air.
Nearest airport: Fly by private jet to Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) in Jackson, WY
Charter a jet to Grand Teton National Park: Falcon 7X
Mount Rainier National Park | Washington
Starting the autumn typically earlier on the west coast, Evergreen conifers, maples, larches, and huckleberries become a bursting array of colors at Mount Rainier. While you're in Washington state, visit the North Cascades National Park outside Seattle; as well, Leavenworth is synonymous with state and national parks, boasting Lake Wenatchee State Park, Peshastin Pinnacles, or Daroga State Park.
Nearest airport: Fly by private jet to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Charter a jet to Mount Rainier National Park: Falcon 7X
Plan your autumn flights with our private jets team. Fly flexibly using our unique JetCard program with guaranteed aircraft availability, fixed hourly rates, and flight cancellation. Our team can assist with arranging private jet flights to any destination worldwide and can advise on any travel restrictions upon your request.
Please note: Some sites may still be in the process of re-opening or may remain closed due to COVID-19. We recommend checking all local regulations before commencing any travel.