Best States to Visit Fall 2022; Is Tennessee On It?

~ It’s fall, y’all! Is Tennessee one of the best states to visit fall 2022? ~

Cooler weather, changing leaves, and pumpkin-flavored treats — fall has arrived. If you’re planning an autumn getaway, you won’t want to miss the best states to visit this fall.

To help you find the perfect 2022 autumn destinations, LawnStarter compared the 50 states based on 20 key indicators of a breathtaking and fun fall trip.

They looked at outdoor access, such as the number of state parks and hiking trails, as well as fall-themed amusements like pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and hayrides. They also considered how long fall foliage will stick around for those Insta-worthy snaps.

Check out the top five fall destinations (and the ones to skip this year) below, followed by some highlights and lowlights from the report. (See where your state ranks.)

What Are the Best States to Visit for Fall 2022?

1 California
2 Washington
3 Vermont
4 Michigan
5 Colorado

Worst States to Visit This Fall
1 Hawaii
2 Louisiana
3 Mississippi
4 Florida
5 South Carolina

How Does Tennessee Rank as a Fall Destination in 2022?

How fun is Tennessee in the fall? For a Southern state, Tennessee did very well, coming in at #21. The Volunteer State came in at #29 for fall scenery, #21 for outdoor attractions, #22 for entertainment, and also #22 for safety. The hotel industry always does well in the fall as tourists flock through Nashville on their way to Knoxville, Gatlinburg and Chattanooga to enjoy autumn scenery in the mountains.

The full fall ranking and analysis are available here: https://www.lawnstarter.com/blog/studies/best-worst-states-to-visit-in-fall/