Best New England Drive-Up Mountain Experiences
Posted on June 22, 2021Written by Linda Beach
Updated on March 21, 2023

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.
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