At the farthest tip of New Hampshire, neighboring Canada, Maine, and Vermont, you’ll find the small town of Pittsburg (not Pennsylvania). Pittsburg, New Hampshire, is regarded as the “Snowmobiling Capital of New England,” but few—even those with an affinity for winter thrills—have been there, let alone heard of the town.
It’s off the beaten path, but because of that, the wildlife is wild and the environmental health of the trees, coupled with the abundance of surrounding lakes and streams, brews the perfect environment for vivid fall foliage colors.
National Geographic referred to Pittsburg, New Hampshire, as the “wild side of the state,” while Yankee Magazine notes the foliage “photographs like a dream.”
The town is also part of Moose Alley, meaning if you time it right, you’ll likely catch a few of the majestic creatures roaming the woodlands or at Lake Francis State Park.
If you were already planning to visit the more popular Bretton Woods or North Conway areas in New Hampshire, Pittsburg is just a straight shot, although about 2 hours, north of there. In total, the trip from Boston to Pittsburg, New Hampshire is just over 220 miles, or 4 hours by car.
If traveling for fall leaf-peeping, late September into the first week of October is the best window to travel.
