You don’t have to drive to the mountains to find autumn beauty! Each November, the South Bay and Peninsula’s own neighborhoods come alive all around us with canopies of gold, amber, and red from maples, sycamores, and liquidambars.
Ready for a leisurely afternoon drive or a sunset stroll? Visit these popular streets before the end of the month to witness a Bay Area autumn at its best:
Louis Road & Middlefield Road | Palo Alto
These tree-lined corridors are home to mature liquidambar and maple trees that glow in deep crimson and orange hues. The contrast against classic Eichler homes makes this stretch a photographer’s dream.
State Street | Los Altos
Downtown Los Altos transforms into a storybook scene each fall, with sycamores and gingko trees arching over boutique shops and cafés. It’s the perfect place to grab coffee and take a slow walk under golden leaves.
Sullivan, Foxborough, & Glenborough Drives | Mountain View
This quiet residential loop showcases bright red maples and bronze-colored elms at every turn. It’s especially beautiful in the late afternoon when the low sun filters through the branches.
Cotton Street, Hillview Drive, & Politzer Drive | Menlo Park
Stately oak, ash, and maple trees line these wide streets, giving them a golden, timeless charm and creating a postcard-worthy view of leaves carpeting the road.
Moore Park Avenue | San Jose
Near Willow Glen, rows of gingko and Chinese pistache trees create a kaleidoscope of yellow and orange—ideal for a colorful stroll or family bike ride.
For even more scenic escapes, explore these three nature havens to peep beautiful local fall foliage.
And if you’re looking for a new neighborhood that abounds with natural beauty, I can help you discover the perfect home where every season feels picture-perfect.
