New England Today Travel, May 2021
By William Scheller

There are times when being there beats getting there by a long shot. We want our beautiful New England vistas, and we want them now — so, onward and upward, in our cars. Herewith, a rundown of nine New England mountain summits attainable by auto road. Some are among the region’s loftiest and most majestic mountains; others are mere bumps on the landscape — but bumps with a view. Whether you’re looking for the ultimate summer drive or foliage road trip with a view, these nine mountain driving experiences are sure to deliver.