Carroll County, New Hampshire

Nestled between the scenic White Mountain National Forest and the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee, this rural region of the Granite State is rich in history and offers sweeping autumnal views.

- SARAH ZLOTNICK

Ride a train through forests filled with birch trees...

...and more picturesque ways to embrace all of fall along the foliage-filled border between New Hampshire and Maine.

Up and At 'Em: Enjoy a maple chai and a stack of banana-walnut pancakes at Lydia's Cafe, a beloved breakfast-all-day spot in Wolfeboro.