6 Ukrainian parks where fall turns nature into magical wonderland
The most beautiful parks and nature reserves of Ukraine that will make you fall in love with autumn (photo: Freepik)
Autumn is the time when Ukrainian parks and nature reserves transform into painters’ canvases. Golden leaves, mist over the lakes, and the serene grandeur of nature create perfect conditions for travel.
RBC-Ukraine highlights the most beautiful places in Ukraine where autumn reveals its new colors, and that are worth visiting in November.
Sofiyivka, Uman
One of Ukraine’s most famous parks is especially enchanting in autumn. The old trees don golden robes, while the alleys, ponds, and waterfalls create a romantic atmosphere. During this period, Sofiyivka resembles a living painting, where nature and art merge into one.

Sofiyivka Park (photo: explainer)
Carpathian Biosphere Reserve
The Carpathians are especially picturesque in autumn, with beech and spruce forests ablaze in red and amber hues. In the Carpathian Reserve, which covers areas around Rakhiv, visitors can see rare wildlife, mountain waterfalls, and experience the true harmony of wild nature.

Carpathian Biosphere Reserve Ecological Station at the Foot of Hoverla (photo: Wikipedia)
Shatsky National Natural Park
The lakes of Volyn in autumn offer a combination of tranquility, reflective waters, and colorful forests. Svitiaz, the largest lake in Ukraine, looks especially stunning. Visitors come here not only for photos but also for peace and inspiration.

Birds Greet the Dawn at Lake Svitiaz (photo: Wikipedia)
Mezyn National Nature Park
In the northern Chernihiv region, among oak groves and hills, lies Mezyn Park - one of Ukraine’s oldest protected areas. Its autumn landscapes resemble classic Ukrainian paintings: soft mists, steep ravines, river valleys, and a quietness you won’t find in the cities.

Mezyn National Natural Park (photo: Wikipedia)
Kaniv Nature Reserve
Taras Hill, the cliffs of the Dnipro, and autumnal oaks and pines all create a unique atmosphere. In October, it’s worth walking along the ecological trails to experience how autumn transforms familiar landscapes.

Kaniv Nature Reserve (photo: Wikipedia)
Podilski Tovtry National Nature Park
The area around Kamianets-Podilskyi looks magical in autumn: canyons, cliffs, and forests that shift in color from amber to deep burgundy. Walking here feels like a journey through time, where nature itself tells its story.

Podilski Tovtry on the Dniester River (photo: Wikipedia)
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The following sources were used in the preparation of this article: Dovkola.media, Wikipedia, Wownature, Explainer.