Nestled in the heart of the Green Mountains, the area around Rutland, Vermont, is a breathtaking mosaic of autumn color this time of year. Rolling hills and quiet valleys are ablaze with the fiery hues of fall—crimson reds, burnt oranges, and brilliant yellows that shimmer in the crisp sunlight. The air is cool and clean, carrying the scent of woodsmoke and fallen leaves. Quaint country roads wind through the countryside, leading to historic covered bridges that arch gracefully over babbling brooks—each one a picture-perfect reminder of Vermont’s rustic charm. Apple orchards dot the landscape, their trees heavy with ripe fruit, and visitors wander through rows of trees, baskets in hand, savoring the sweet tang of freshly picked apples. It’s the kind of place where time feels slower, and every view could be a postcard—peaceful, vivid, and utterly enchanting.
Below are a few photos along with some family photos taken during a vacation to the area. Please be patient while they load.