As soon as the calendar flips to Sept. 1, America collectively decides its fall, even if the weather hasn't quite caught on. Flip flops are traded for flannels, iced coffee gives way to pumpkin spice ...

One of the best parts about fall? The stunning display of colors put on by the trees. Shades of red, orange and gold light up the landscape, and Alabama offers some of the top spots to take it all in.