It's fall, y'all. If you're looking for a place to sport your flannel shirt, sip all things pumpkin and cinnamon, and see the changes the season brings, give these six spots a try.

Watch the world go by in Old Salem at Lot 63

Grab a coffee, beer, or a piece of sugar cake from the coffee house and taproom and ponder what life was like for early Moravians. On warmer days, the downstairs patio is the perfect place to relax and take in the feel of fall.

Enjoy dinner by the fireplace at River Birch Lodge

A meal near the restaurant's main wood-burning fireplace is perfect for chilly fall evenings, or you can enjoy a similar ambience in the bar. The spot is filled with cabin decor and will remind you of a weekend in the mountains.

Sip on a cocktail at easytalk

Meet a few friends for a craft cocktail or mocktail at this quaint little bar in West Salem. You'll also find coffee choices inspired by the season like the NOLA “easy” cold brew with maple cream.

Salem Lake (815 Salem Lake Rd.) offers boating, fishing, marina center rental space, and seven miles of walking trails. | Salem Lake
Photo by Elena Gamez (submitted for our 2023 Picture of the Year contest)

Go leaf peeping around Salem Lake

Surrounded by trees, the area is perfect for spotting the tell-tale signs of fall. Bundle up for a walk on the 7-mile trail surrounding the lake, then pack a picnic to enjoy a meal outdoors.

Find your next favorite read at The Bookhouse

Browse the shelves at the bookstore in Reynolda Village for your next literary adventure. Grab a cup of coffee or glass of wine and stay a while — you'll want to keep up with the bookstore's events like book launches + live music.

Enjoy the crisp air on the Bethabara Greenway

Lace up your shoes and go for a stroll on the 2.7-mile path. If you're looking for a reason to extend your journey, print off a scavenger hunt before you go and make a detour to Historic Bethabara Park to find gems within the early Moravian settlement.