A small town in Fairfield County, home to fewer than 10,000 residents, is a prime spot for fall adventuring, at least according to one national publication.
Easton, tucked in the southeast corner of the state, was highlighted last week in Business Insider, as a fall "gem," filled with farms, trails and fall cuisine for visitors to sample.
"Though many travelers head to Vermont or New Hampshire for a fall escape, I say there's nothing quite like autumn in Connecticut," author Alexa Mellardo wrote. "Growing up in the state allowed me to explore the quaintest towns most tourists miss, and one of my favorites is Easton. In my opinion, it's the most magical when its streets are lined with crimson and gold leaves, and endless fall adventures await."
Among those fall attractions, Mellardo focused primarily on the farm's in the region, recommending visitors secure a tub of gelato from the farm store at Shaggy Coos Farm and Creamery, visit the baby goats of Blue Button Farm and sipping hot chocolate -- before taking a Christmas tree to go -- at Maple Row Farm. Easton was named the "Christmas Tree Capitol of Connecticut" in 2023.
But for those not yet ready for the winter holidays, Business Insider keeps the guide fall-focused, with a tip to snag a pumpkin-spice latte and sample pastries from Greiser's Coffee & Market, before sampling the fresh-pressed cider at Silverman's Farm for a full flight of fall-flavored drinks.
And for travelers looking to feel the crisp air on their skin, Mellardo directs them to the trails around Crow Hill Preserve.
"There's something invigorating about exploring a new trail while immersed in quintessential New England foliage, with autumn leaves crunching beneath your feet," she wrote.