Voting for the national contest is open and encouraged until Sept. 8

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. – Discover Saratoga is excited to share that Saratoga County has been nominated for the second year in a row as “Best Place to Visit for Fall” in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This recognition celebrates everything that Saratoga County has to offer in the fall months, from its vibrant autumn scenery to seasonal attractions that entice visitors from all around. Voting is open to the public now through 11:59 am EDT on September 8, 2025.  

“We are always excited to see our beautiful home, Saratoga County, recognized on a national level," said Darryl Leggieri, president of Discover Saratoga. "Saratoga is and has always been able to capture so much of what makes fall in a small destination special. Last year, we came in 7th in the nation; this year, we’re hoping to make the top five.” 

While many know Saratoga County as a summer destination, the county comes alive in the fall with gorgeous fall foliage throughout the County’s parks and trails and scenic fall views across Saratoga Lake. Autumn visitors of all ages can partake in classic fall activities like apple picking, corn mazes, and other farm-fresh fun. For those looking to get spooky, Haunted Saratoga Ghost Tours and Ghosts of Saratoga Guided Trolley Tours share the ghostly history surrounding Saratoga Springs.   

This fall also marks an important milestone as Saratoga prepares for the upcoming Saratoga 250 commemoration. In October, visitors can step back in time to honor the pivotal Battles of Saratoga with engaging heritage events such as Siege Weekend and the Surrender Ceremony in Schuylerville—bringing history to life where it happened.

To vote for Saratoga County as the Best Place to Visit for Fall, readers can visit https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/saratoga-county-new-york/ and cast their ballot once per day until polls close at 11:59 am EDT on September 8. The top 10 winners will be announced on September 17 at noon.  

For more information about the 10Best Awards and to see the full list of winners across multiple categories, please visit www.10best.com. 

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About Discover Saratoga: 
Discover Saratoga, also known as the Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau, serves as the official Tourism Promotion Agency for Saratoga County and is a key economic development engine for the region. Its mission is to contribute a positive impact on the local economy by promoting and marketing Saratoga County as a world-class destination for leisure travel, meetings, and events. For more information about Discover Saratoga, please visit www.DiscoverSaratoga.org.