The Most Photogenic Fall Foliage You Can Find Within a 300 Mile Radius of Cincy | Cincinnati Refined

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<p>PLACE: New River in West Virginia / DISTANCE: 300 miles southeast of Cincinnati, a five-hour drive / West Virginia's New River Gorge provides spectacular views year-round, but it is particularly dramatic during fall's explosion of colors. The Gorge has more than 100 species of native hardwoods including maple, beech, birch, oaks, ash, walnut, cherry, box elder, poplar, and elm. All of them contribute to the riot of fall colors. Head to Adventures on the Gorge adventure resort, grab a beverage, pull up a chair on their balcony, and enjoy the day. / Image courtesy of Adventures on the Gorge // Published: 10.19.19</p>

PLACE: Brown County State Park, IN / DISTANCE: 110 miles west of Cincinnati, a little over 2-hour drive / A lookout tower in Indiana's Brown County State Park. At 15,696 acres, the state park is the largest in Indiana. Inside the park, Weed Patch Hill stands at an elevation of 1,058 feet. It's one of the highest points in the state and offers lovely views of the fall colors. / Image courtesy of Indiana Office of Tourism Development // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Rose Lake in Hocking Hills, OH / DISTANCE: 137 miles east of Cincinnati, a two-and-a-half-hour drive / A morning mist rises into the foliage at Fall Rose Lake in Hocking Hills, Ohio. The region’s winding roads are often used by expert automotive engineers and writers (including those from the ‘Car and Driver’ magazine) to test-drive new car models. Miles of undulating elevation and winding roads provide picturesque views of the vibrant fall leaves around every corner. / Image courtesy of Explore Hocking Hills // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, KY / DISTANCE: 108 miles south of Cincinnati, a two-hour drive / Visit Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, Kentucky for a stroll back through history. Named a top hidden travel destination by BBC News, the village has 34 original Shaker structures, is home to the country’s largest private collection of original 19th century buildings, and is the largest National Historic Landmark in the state. / Image courtesy of the Kentucky Department of Tourism // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Red River Gorge in Kentucky / DISTANCE: 133 miles southeast of Cincinnati, a two-hour drive / To really get the best views of foliage, you really have to get above it all. Kentucky's Red River Gorge is renowned for its rock climbing and whether you're on approach or topping out, you'll be treated to great views of fall colors. For those that prefer to stay on the ground, there are numerous great hikes, as well. / Image courtesy of the Kentucky Department of Tourism // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Lake Logan in Hocking Hills, OH / DISTANCE: 140 miles east of Cincinnati, a two-and-a-half-hour drive / Pictured is an aerial view of Lake Logan in Hocking Hills, Ohio. Hocking Hills Scenic Air Tours offer a unique way to view riotous fall foliage from the air. Flights are 20-60 minutes long and range from $85 to $195 for two people. / Image courtesy of Explore Hocking Hills // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: New River Gorge Bridge in West Virginia / DISTANCE: 257 miles southeast of Cincinnati, a four-and-a-half-hour drive / Set within a palette of fall colors, the New River Gorge Bridge in Victor, West Virginia hangs 876 feet above the river below and provides contrast to the bucolic view. / Image courtesy of Adventures on the Gorge // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Riverfront of Madison, IN / DISTANCE: 73 miles southwest of Cincinnati, a one-and-a-half-hour drive / Tucked along the banks of the Ohio in southern Indiana, Madison, Indiana’s downtown achieved National Historic Landmark status for their collection of historic buildings. It's like stepping back into pre-World War II small town America and even more picturesque among a backdrop of brilliant fall colors. / Image courtesy of Indiana Office of Tourism Development // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Brown County State Park, IN / DISTANCE: 110 miles west of Cincinnati, a little over 2-hour drive / Thanks to the area’s resemblance to the Great Smoky Mountains, the park is often referred to as the “Little Smokies." 15,696 acres of hills, ridges and fog-shrouded ravines allow for excellent 'leaf peeping' throughout the park. Climb the 90-foot tall Fire Tower for a breath-taking view of the foliage. / Image courtesy of Indiana Office of Tourism Development // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Charlestown State Park in Indiana / DISTANCE: 102 miles southwest of Cincinnati, a two-hour drive / Crossing Fourteen Mile Creek, Portersville Bridge connects to Rose Island in Charlestown State Park in Indiana. Once a parcel of the massive Indiana Army Ammunition plant, the state park is located eight miles east of I-65, on State Road 62. Hundreds of feet of elevation change and views along the creek and the Ohio River provide great foliage viewing opportunities. / Image courtesy of Indiana Office of Tourism Development // Published: 10.19.19<br>

<p>PLACE: Rose Lake in Hocking Hills, OH / DISTANCE: 137 miles east of Cincinnati, a two-and-a-half-hour drive / All kinds of reflections adorn Rose Lake in Hocking Hills, Ohio. The region's 10,000 acres of unbroken forest offer an idyllic blend of fiery red Maples, blazing orange Sassafras, smoldering yellow Hickory, popping green Hemlock, and Pine. / Image: Eric Hoffman // Published: 10.19.19</p>

<p>PLACE: Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest / DISTANCE: 124 miles southwest of Cincinnati, a two-and-a-half-hour drive / Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest explodes with color in the fall. Located south of Louisville, there are more than 2,000 acres open to the public with hiking trails, a stunning 250-acre arboretum with lakes, walking paths, and more than 8,000 varieties of labeled plants. / Image courtesy of the Kentucky Department of Tourism // Published: 10.19.19</p>

PLACE: Clifty Falls State Park in Indiana / DISTANCE: 80 miles southwest of Cincinnati, less than a two-hour drive / The signature waterfalls of Indiana's Clifty Falls State Park are often like delicate bridal-veil mists in the fall, but still stunning when surrounded by brilliant fall foliage. The park is located near Madison, IN with entrances on State Roads 56 and 62. / Image courtesy of Indiana Office of Tourism Development // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Hocking Hills, OH / DISTANCE: 136 miles east of Cincinnati, a two-and-a-half-hour drive / Forged by glaciers eons ago, extraordinary rock formations, rushing waterfalls, soaring cliffs, and craggy caves draw visitors to Hocking Hills, Ohio. Travelers can immerse themselves in the beauty of the region with a hike to Conkle's Hollow (pictured here) or on a variety of local hiking trails. / Image: Matt Lacey // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Lebanon, KY / DISTANCE: 144 miles south of Cincinnati, a two-and-a-half-hour drive / Fall is a great time to visit Lebanon, Kentucky to enjoy a colorful drive, take scenic walks, and sample bourbon. Known as the "Heart of Kentucky," this small town in the middle of the state offers trails around Marion County Lake, a historic downtown with shops and attractions and, in nearby Loretto, Maker’s Mark distillery. / Image courtesy of the Kentucky Department of Tourism // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Bardstown, KY / DISTANCE: 141 miles south of Cincinnati, a little over two-hour drive / Bardstown, KY's 'My Old Kentucky Dinner Train' is a great way to review foliage, as it passes through the Bernheim Forest, over a wooden trestle bridge, and near the Four Roses and Jim Beam distilleries. / Image courtesy of the Kentucky Department of Tourism // Published: 10.19.19

<p>PLACE: Red River Gorge in Kentucky / DISTANCE: 133 miles southeast of Cincinnati, a two-hour drive / Kentucky's Red River Gorge boasts spectacular rock features such as sandstone arches and towering cliffs, hiking trails, wildlife viewing, and more. Fall's cooling temperatures and brilliant displays of color make it an excellent place to hike or drive. / Image courtesy of the Kentucky Department of Tourism // Published: 10.19.19</p>

PLACE: Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest / DISTANCE: 124 miles southwest of Cincinnati, a two-and-a-half-hour drive / With more than 2,000 publicly-accessible acres, hiking trails, a stunning 250 acre arboretum with lakes, walking paths, and more than 8,000 varieties of labeled plants, Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest in Kentucky is a prime spot for a fall visit. / Image courtesy of the Kentucky Department of Tourism // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: New River in West Virginia / DISTANCE: 300 miles southeast of Cincinnati, a five-hour drive / Reflect on the stunning beauty of fall along West Virginia's New River. Adventures on the Gorge is a resort that’s a great basecamp for your explorations with an array of accommodations, dining, hiking and mountain biking options, and viewpoints of the spectacular New River Gorge. / Image courtesy of Adventures on the Gorge // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Cynthiana, KY / DISTANCE: 57 miles south of Cincinnati, a little over one-hour drive / Fall is one of the best times to visit Cynthiana, Kentucky as leaves from the city’s gingko trees turn a distinctive yellow and offer a striking contrast to the city's mid-19th century cast-iron storefront buildings. / Image courtesy of the Kentucky Department of Tourism // Published: 10.19.19

<p>PLACE: Red River Gorge in Kentucky / DISTANCE: 133 miles southeast of Cincinnati, a two-hour drive / The Red River Gorge features spectacular sandstone arches and towering cliffs, hiking trails, wildlife viewing, and more. Fall is a particularly good time to visit because of cooling temperatures and with color-filled views as far as you can see. / Image courtesy of the Kentucky Department of Tourism // Published: 10.19.19</p>

PLACE: Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest / DISTANCE: 124 miles southwest of Cincinnati, a two-and-a-half-hour drive / Just south of Louisville, Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest explodes with color in the fall. More than 2,000 acres of the nature reserve are open to the public with hiking trails, a stunning 250-acre arboretum with lakes, walking paths, and more than 8,000 varieties of labeled plants. / Image courtesy of the Kentucky Department of Tourism // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Red River Gorge in Kentucky / DISTANCE: 133 miles southeast of Cincinnati, a two-hour drive / Kentucky's Red River Gorge boasts spectacular rock features such as sandstone arches and towering cliffs, hiking trails, wildlife viewing, and more. Fall's cooling temperatures and brilliant displays of color make it an excellent place to hike or drive. / Image courtesy of the Kentucky Department of Tourism // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Hawks Nest State Park in West Virginia / DISTANCE: 243 miles southeast of Cincinnati, less than a four-and-a-half-hour drive / Hawks Nest State Park in West Virginia is a 270-acre recreational area. Use the aerial tramway and hiking trails to float above (or immerse yourself into) the brilliant foliage. Located near Ansted, about 10 miles north of the New River Gorge Bridge, the park's scenic overlook provides a fabulous view of the rugged New River Gorge National River below. / Image courtesy of Adventures on the Gorge // Published: 10.19.19

PLACE: Beauty Mountain in West Virginia / DISTANCE: 262 miles southeast of Cincinnati, a four-and-a-half-hour drive / Perched along the rim of the New River Gorge, just four miles east of Fayetteville, West Virginia, Beauty Mountain is an area of cliffs and boulders whose hiking trails offer fabulous fall views of the gorge. / Image courtesy of Adventures on the Gorge // Published: 10.19.19

<p>PLACE: Brookville Lake in Indiana / Distance: 45 miles northwest of Cincinnati, a one-hour drive / Pictured is a full moon rising over brilliant colors around Brookville Lake. Located near the historic east fork of the Whitewater River Valley, the lake includes both Mounds State Recreation Area and Quakertown State Recreation Area. Immerse yourself in the fall colors with more than 25 miles of hiking trails or via boat. / Image: Frank Oliver // Published: 10.19.19</p>

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