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CONCORD, MA - 10/19/2016:The Old North Bridge with fall colors in the early morning sunlight by the the Concord River at the Minute Man National Historical Park in Concord. (David L Ryan/Globe Staff Photo) SECTION: METRO TOPIC stand alone photo

Travel experts share their ultimate New England fall foliage destinations

In this Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016 photo, fall foliage colors a line of mountains in Chatham, N. H., as unsettled weather begins to clear. The state's mountain regions are approaching their peak autumn colors. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)

Here’s what experts are saying about the 2018 fall foliage season in New England

epa06058237 A long line of traffic crawls towards the Bourne Bridge, one of only two road bridges to access Cape Cod, Massachusetts, on Interstate 495 at the start of the Independence Day weekend in Bourne, Massachusetts, USA, 30 June 2017. Due to the Fourth of July falling on a Tuesday this year, the American Automobile Association (AAA) estimates the Independence Day travel weekend (defined as 30 June through 04 July) could be one of the most traveled ever, with more than 44 million Americans traveling 50 miles (80 km) or more with more than 38 million of those via automobile. Lower gasoline and airline fares have contributed to the estimated three percent increase over last year according to reports. EPA/MATT CAMPBELL

Here's when to expect the worst traffic around the Fourth of July

The Inn at Sawmill Farm

A Vermont inn owned by a foreclosed ski resort will go up for auction this month June 7, 2018 | 11:56 AM

George H.W. Bush

Former President Bush attends Maine pancake breakfast May 26, 2018 | 3:10 PM

Rockport bound MBTA commuter rail train crosses bridge over the Annisquam River in Gloucester, Mass.

The MBTA has a summertime discount for commuter rail passengers May 22, 2018 | 4:19 PM

05/22/14: Boston, MA: On the Thursday afternoon before the Memorial Day Holiday weekend, traffic all over the area was extremely heavy, including on Route 93 leading both into and out of the city at 6PM. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff) section: metro topic: traffic

These are the worst times to drive this Memorial Day weekend May 21, 2018 | 5:00 AM

Rhode Island has a new tourism campaign.

Remember ‘Cooler & Warmer’? 'Fun-sized' Rhode Island has a new tourism campaign January 31, 2018 | 3:58 PM

Ice Castles in Lincoln, New Hampshire

Ice castles in New Hampshire will now open Jan. 5 due to 'weather challenges' December 30, 2017 | 9:39 AM

2 local cities are among America's most romantic for winter travel, according to TripAdvisor December 22, 2017 | 9:40 AM

Maps: New England ski resorts got pounded with snow — and more is on the way December 13, 2017 | 1:03 PM

Maine ski area may remain closed for third consecutive winter November 10, 2017 | 4:40 PM

Price for Providence Biltmore Hotel revealed October 27, 2017 | 5:16 PM

A room inside 76 Main on Nantucket.

This Mass. spot has the two best hotels in New England, say Conde Nast Traveler readers October 26, 2017 | 11:13 AM

3 New England airports were named among the best in the U.S. October 23, 2017 | 11:43 AM

Barnstable, MA - 6/22/2017 - Main street in downtown /Hyannis. Location, Location, Location photos of Barnstable. - (Barry Chin/Globe Staff), Section: Business, Reporter: Correspondent, Topic: 070217Location, LOID: 8.3.2867785407.

These New England locales rank among the happiest in the U.S. October 21, 2017 | 4:42 PM

18cheapnantucket- The best things on Nantucket are truly free--like the views. Shown here, the approach to Brant Point. (William DeSousa-Mauk)

This Massachusetts island was named one of the best in America October 20, 2017 | 5:00 AM

A previous Pumpkin Float at Frog Pond.

Kids will love these 8 family-friendly Halloween events October 20, 2017 | 5:00 AM

A cottage for rent at Hidden Pond in Kennebunkport, Maine.

This Maine resort was ranked one of the best in the country October 19, 2017 | 9:58 AM

11/10/2012 LENOX, MA The entrance to Cranwell Hall (cq) at Cranwell Resort (cq) in Lenox. (Aram Boghosian for The Boston Globe)

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$80M renovation of Cranwell resort given OK October 13, 2017 | 10:00 PM

Salem, MA: 10-15-2016: Visitors to Haunted Happenings pass a creepy paper mache figurine on the Essex St. Pedestrian Mall in Salem, Mass. Oct. 15, 2016. The month long Haunted Happenings lead up to Halloween.

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6 New England towns to visit in October September 29, 2017 | 11:24 AM

This sea captain's New England mansion was transformed into a luxury hotel September 29, 2017 | 5:00 AM

High above the fall foliage, a rock climber takes a break from belaying his partner to use his phone halfway up Cathedral Ledge, a 500-foot cliff, Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017, in North Conway, N.H. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)

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All-time highs for fall visitors expected in New Hampshire September 29, 2017 | 12:05 AM

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You can tour an Air Force One replica in Rhode Island through October September 25, 2017 | 6:54 PM

Participants in a Stein Hoisting competition see how long they can hold their pint.
Friday, October 13, 2013 at Samuel Adams Octoberfest at the Park Plaza Castle in Boston. Photo by Laurie Swope

Party at these 13 New England Oktoberfests this fall September 22, 2017 | 3:48 PM

You can visit 40+ Mass. museums for free on Saturday September 19, 2017 | 5:00 AM

Hike to the North Bridge at Minute Man National Historic Park in Concord, site of “the shot heard ‘round the world.’’ North Bridge at Minuteman National Historic Park in Concord.

20 things to do for under $20 in Concord September 15, 2017 | 10:01 AM

Having fun at Polaris Camp RZR

This off-roading camp brings muddy fun to New Hampshire September 9, 2017 | 10:58 AM

Marshall Point Lighthouse.

Maine lighthouses will offer tours, breathtaking views on Saturday September 5, 2017 | 2:36 PM

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At Old Orchard Beach, a roller coaster shows that what goes up indeed does come down September 4, 2017 | 10:56 AM

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New Breakers tour plumbs the depths below famous mansion September 4, 2017 | 10:30 AM

Bolton, MA--Jun 1, 2014-- Weekend revelers picnic above the vines and orchards that spill down from a historic farmhouse at Nashoba Valley Winery in Bolton.

GLOBE PHOTO BY ZARA TZANEV

6 New England towns to visit in September August 30, 2017 | 5:00 AM

A $2,000 night at New England’s top resort. Is it worth it? August 24, 2017 | 12:00 AM