Fall Foliage/Photography Tour

When the calendar begins to approach October, thoughts turn to the blazing Fall foliage of central Massachusetts – Johnny Appleseed territory.  His beloved countryside still bears witness to that particular mix of trees that yield the golds, oranges and reds that set hillsides afire.

Visit Mount Wachusett (www.wachusett.com) in Princeton for a view to take your breath away. At this spot – the largest mountain in Massachusetts east of the Connecticut River – the panorama stretches for miles around. Summit views include sights of Boston to the east. The Indian Summer Trail is a photographer’s dream.

Watch the sun set from fiery Prospect Hill Road in Harvard, a vista that stretches as far as the eye can see.

For a more active take on the outdoor experience, try Northfield Mountain Environmental and Recreation Center (www.northquabbinwoods.org) in Northfield. Amid 25 miles of hiking trails, including an overlook at the1,100-foot summit, you’ll find woods and fields, slopes and valleys, plus views and the chance to see local wildlife.