Each of these fall travel adventures selected by the ShermansTravel team is bound to give you a one-of-a-kind perspective on the bold waves of crimson, fiery-orange and golden hues that sweep the country at this time of year.

Whether you call it leaf peeping, foliage following or just "spending a day outside," enjoying fall's colors is one of the simplest joys of this wonderful time of year. Whether you're practically a professional leaf-peeper or just a casual enthusiast, you'll need to know where to take in the season's splendor. Of course, there's much more to autumn than looking at leaves.

New England may be the epicenter of fall travel, but California can also get very colorful.

Get going soon to catch October's glory in the northeast states, where New England earns its reputation for spectacular fall foliage.

if you've got an iPhone, you've got a leg up on other leaf peepers.