The Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina aren't always that way. In the fall, the forests and mountain peaks light up with a kaleidoscope of autumn colors.
A new list of the 15 best U.S. cities for viewing fall foliage this year ranks Asheville, North Carolina at the top. The runner-up is Bar Harbor, Maine.
The ranking is based on duration of color, nearby scenic hikes and other factors.
Millions of people flock to the North Carolina mountains each year to see the fall foliage and with views like you get along the Blue Ridge Parkway, it's easy to see why.
WCNC Charlotte's meteorologists break down when you can expect peak fall colors this season here.
