Here's Your Ultimate Autumn Bucket List In Michigan For 2017
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Sophie Boudreau
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We’re well into the month of September, and while temperatures haven’t quite dipped into typical fall coolness yet, the classic signs of autumn are starting to appear. If you’re a Michigander, you know that our state is absolutely magical when the leaves change color — and we want you to experience the best that the Great Lakes State has to offer. Here are ten must-see spots to explore in Michigan this fall.
Take a drive on this portion of M-119, which stretches from Harbor Springs to Cross Village. Along the way, you’ll travel through towering fall foliage and some of the most breathtaking colors imaginable. Marvel at Lake Michigan from roadside bluffs and appreciate the scenery — it’s truly one-of-a-kind.
Venture northward to Ontonagon for a visit to Michigan’s beloved "Porkies," which are absolutely marvelous in the fall season. Whether you’re appreciating gorgeous autumn colors from your hike along the Escarpment Trail or journeying down the nearby Brockway Mountain Drive, you’re sure to be enamored.
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What’s the Halloween season without a few scares? When you check out the Niles Scream Park, you’ll be spooked in the best way possible. This 44-acre attractions is stocked with a haunted house, winding paths, and even a haunted swamp. This fall destination is not for the faint of heart!
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Venture to Fennville for a classic day at the apple orchard. Crane Orchards offers U-Pick apples for those looking to experience the timeless fun of gathering tasty fruit with loved ones on a crisp fall day. What’s better? There’s even a variety of pumpkins and an annual corn maze that will amuse kiddos and adults alike.
When you're finished at Crane Orchards, take a short drive northward to downtown Holland, where you’ll find Crane’s In The City. This adorable cafe, run by the aforementioned orchard, offers everything from Crane’s famous homemade apple pie to tasty hot chocolate. On a chilly fall day, there’s nothing quite so soothing.
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What’s fall without a few Michigan craft beers? Make your way to Detroit’s Eastern Market on October 27th and 28th for the chance to peruse more than 700 varieties of tasty craft beer, as well as a fantastic line-up of live music. Tickets must be purchased in advance for this 21+ event — learn more by clicking here.
If you’re looking for a more family-friendly celebration of fall’s most wonderful beverages, opt for some tasty apple cider with a visit to Yates Cider Mill in Rochester Hills. This historic mill, which opened in 1863, offers visitors the chance to get up close and personal with the cider-making process. This is fall in Michigan at its finest.
Tahquamenon Falls are undeniably beautiful all year long, but there’s something especially magical about visiting during the autumn months. Marvel at a plethora of colors as they surround the rushing falls, snap a few photos of the scenery, and appreciate a walk through nature on a crisp fall day. What’s not to love?
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Nothing says fall like football season, and there’s something timelessly fun about attending a Lions game with loved ones. Do a little tailgating and head over to Ford Field in Detroit to watch our boys in blue play. Of course, we certainly can’t guarantee a Lions win, but it’s a quintessential fall experience nonetheless!
We couldn’t end a fall bucket list without mentioning the most classic fall activity of all: jumping into a pile of carefully raked leaves! It doesn’t matter how old you are — there’s a certain sense of silly fun and nostalgia associated with this autumn activity, and you can’t let the season end without doing it at least once. It’s so worth the leaves you’ll have to pick out of your hair afterward.
Did we leave any of your favorite fall activities in Michigan off our list? Where are your favorite autumn destinations in the Great Lakes State? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comment section below!
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