November invites that perfect mix of crisp air, golden sunsets, and the promise of holiday warmth ahead. It’s also an underrated time to hit the open road—before the winter rush, yet with all the seasonal beauty in full color. Here are ten cozy family road trips across the U.S. you’ll want to take in 2025.
1. Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina to Virginia
Drive along misty ridges wrapped in orange and crimson hues. Stop for hikes near Asheville and hot cocoa in Boone.
2. Vermont’s Route 100
This classic New England route winds through charming towns, local farms, and covered bridges—perfect for leaf-peeping and sampling maple goodies.
3. Pacific Coast Highway, California
From Monterey to Big Sur, enjoy dramatic cliffs, sea lions, and cozy ocean-view inns. November’s lighter crowds make it magical.
4. Natchez Trace Parkway, Mississippi to Tennessee
Follow centuries of history through wooded landscapes and stop in small Southern communities for family-style comfort food.
5. Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee
Drive through Gatlinburg and Cades Cove for stunning park views and wildlife sightings before winter snows settle in.
6. Door County, Wisconsin
This peninsula shines in late fall with quiet beaches, charming villages, and steaming cherry pie from local bakeries.
7. Hill Country, Texas
Rolling vineyards, roadside BBQ, and cozy B&Bs make this an unexpected fall getaway with warm hospitality.
8. Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
Waterfalls, moss-covered trails, and scenic overlooks pair beautifully with local cider and craft coffee stops.
9. Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
Skyline Drive offers 100+ miles of breathtaking mountain views—ideal for picnics, family photos, and hot chocolate thermoses.
10. The Adirondacks, New York
End the season nestled by a lakefront cabin, reflecting on your family adventures around a glowing fireplace.
Pack your favorite snacks, download your road-trip playlist, and make November 2025 a month for memory-making on the road.