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6 Things to Add to Your Fall Bucket List

last updated: August 2026

Fall is beautiful in Connecticut, but it can go by fast! Make the most of the season by building a bucket list of activities. Here are some ideas to maximize your time.

1.) Lovers Leap State Park, New Milford

Take in the views at Lovers Leap State Park, a walk-in park with hiking trails, scenic vistas and historic ruins steeped in lore, legend and beauty. Walk across the restored 1895 lenticular truss iron bridge, or hike the trails to magnificent views of the scenic Housatonic River at Lovers Leap gorge.

Two children running and smiling in a corn maze on a dirt path

2.) Lyman Orchards, Middlefield

Get lost in a corn maze at Lyman Orchards. This autumn pastime is growing in popularity at Connecticut farms. It's fun for all ages, and some mazes have nighttime hours!

Housatonic River with fall foliage and two people in a small boat

3.) Housatonic Meadows State Park, Sharon

Hike the Appalachian Trail at Housatonic Meadows State Park. Its relatively flat 4.8-mile river walk is great for a nice fall day.

Two people on zipline soaring above green forest with balloons in between

4.) HighFlyer Zipline at Foxwoods, Mashantucket

Zip through the trees on the world's only zipline off a 33-story hotel tower! The zipline offers breathtaking fun for everyone, and of course is sure to include fantastic foliage views.

5.) Bishop's Orchards, Guilford

Enjoy all things fall at Bishop's Orchards! Each season you'll find pick-your-own pumpkins and apples, a farm market, freshly baked goods, and even an award-winning winery.

Autumn forest view from Cobble Mountain summit with Catskill Mountains background

6.) Macedonia Brook State Park, Kent

Macedonia Brook State Park in Kent offers more than 10 miles of trails showing off a range of terrain, including some of the most challenging ascents and some of the most spectacular vistas in Connecticut. Hike the Blue Trail across Cobble Mountain and several other peaks for outstanding views of the Catskill and Taconic mountains, especially stunning in the fall.