Best Fall Road Trips in Ohio

The Lake Erie Coastal Byway is perfect for drivers seeking out a blend of urban and country settings. The byway runs along the shoreline of Lake Erie, giving the sparkling waters a beautiful backdrop of yellow, orange, and red leaves. This route leads you to Cleveland, where you can stop and stretch your legs at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and a wide array of local entertainment and food spots. In one afternoon, the Lake Erie Coastal Byway gives you a tour of Ohio’s country and urban settings. 

The Maumee Valley Scenic Byway begins in the city of Defiance, where you should stop and see the Defiance Public Library, as it is one of Ohio’s most beautiful buildings. This route follows the Maumee River eastward and passes through Napoleon and Waterville before ending up in Maumee, where you should visit the former British Fort Miamis, which is now a city park. Other popular stopping points are the historic Henry County Courthouse in Napoleon and the Garden Smiles store in Waterville. 

The Covered Bridge Scenic Byway takes drivers through some of the most beautiful countryside scenery in Ohio. The Byway follows State Route 26 from Marietta to Woodsville and runs along the Little Muskingum River for a majority of its length. If you want to make it a weekend-long trip, there are four campgrounds scattered throughout the route. The Covered Bridge Scenic Byway is a self-guided tour through gorgeous scenery and many of Ohio’s historic landmarks. With its title, you can also expect to come across a handful of covered bridges, including what was once the longest covered bridge in America and what is America’s shortest covered bridge. 

There are a few ways for you to get the most out of your road trip. First and foremost, pick a day when you can take your time. The main goal of a fall road trip is to make it more than a drive but an experience that you’ll remember. This will give you plenty of time to stop at all the attractions that grab your attention and pull into the many scenic view rest stops to take in the fall foliage. You should also pack a cooler with snacks and drinks, as some of Ohio’s roads can be pretty remote, and you don’t want to be stuck hungry. Lastly, be sure that your car is up for the task by getting it thoroughly inspected and serviced before venturing out.

As we mentioned above, we want to help you get the most out of your vehicle here at Rouen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. To help you do that, our service center has highly-trained and certified technicians who will happily take a look at your vehicle to make sure it is ready for a road trip and give it the proper services it needs. If you want to upgrade your vehicle before setting out on your fall journey, we’re confident that you’ll find the exact vehicle you’re looking for in our new or used inventory. Shop online or visit us in-store to find the right car for you. Whatever your needs are, we look forward to serving you!