When the summer crowds dissipate and the days glow with gold-tinged fall and winter light, the county takes on a rich, almost magical, splendor that will leave visitors with rich, lasting memories. Autumn Ashtabula County's natural wonder bursts with color in the fall. Each winding river, wooded trail, breathtaking vista and expanse of lakeshore takes on added brilliance during the season of mists. The fall foliage provides the perfect backdrop for visiting the county's 16 covered bridges. These wonders of architecture and rustic beauty are especially spotlighted during the second weekend of October during the Covered Bridge Festival.
Autumn is a season of festivals.
Along with the Covered Bridge Festival, visitors will delight in the country and craft festivals held in Austinburg, Jefferson, Geneva, Wayne and every corner of the county. Each celebration is unique, from the Grape JAMboree to the Conneaut Oktoberfest. Haunted houses and hayrides also rise up throughout the county. Those seeking a deep, profound sense of history will want to take part in the Underground Railroad Pilgrimage offered by the Hubbard House Museum. Along with the sound of festivals and scents of the harvest, the gentle autumn winds fill the air with romantic whispers, making this the perfect season for couples, who will delight in everything from strolls along the shorelines to smiles in a local restaurant.