Travelers Say This Tiny Town Is the Best Place to Visit in the Fall — and It’s Nicknamed ‘America’s Prettiest Town’

"A 469‑mile scenic drive through the Appalachian Mountains between Cherokee, North Carolina and Afton, Virginia, often called “America’s Favorite Drive”; it traverses mountain ridges and connects to major national parks, and is widely recommended as one of the best routes to experience expansive fall foliage and valley views." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines