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Five Places for Leaf Peepin’ in Adams County
October 6, 2020
1. Little Round TopEvery fall foilage trip should start with a stunning view. We recommend this stop for the best vantage point of fall colors consuming the battlefield, it will take your breath away. Watch the historic fields transform into a picturesque autumn scene right before you.
2. Confederate Avenue Take a drive through this tunnel of vivid colors. Feel the history of the hallowed grounds as you pass cannons, preserved farmland and even the site of Pickett’s Charge. We recommend continuing down the road to find the observation tower where you can stretch your legs as you climb to the ... Read This Story
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