The 3.7-Mile Hiking Trail in Michigan That Is a Fall Foliage Wonderland

Michigan in the fall is like a postcard come to life. It's as if the trees are alive with color. The views change every time you look, but one thing remains the same:

The Mitten State in the fall is absolutely breathtaking. One visit to the Northern Peninsula will have you dreaming about these views for the rest of your life.

Located in the Huron National Forest, the Lumberman's Monument Trail is just under four miles, and it will take a little over an hour to hike. And the views? Well, they are stunning, especially in the autumn.

A reasonably popular trail, you'll often encounter other folks enjoying the incredible views while on your adventure. However, previous hikers report that they have been able to find solitude at the less popular times of the day. So, this might be a park worth taking a day off!

This hike would also be an excellent choice for bringing your pup along! This Michigan hiking trail is dog-friendly. However, your peppers must stay on their leash for the entirety of your hike.

Just imagine how many new sights and scents your dog would get to explore on this hike through the Michigan woods!

During this hike, you'll encounter the Lumberman's Monument, which honors early Michigan logging workers. This bronze statue stands at 14 feet tall and was created by artist Robert Ingersoll Aitken. Three different lumbermen are depicted: a timber cruiser, a sawyer, and a river rat.

That impactful piece of art isn't the only thing you'll have to feast your eyes on during this fall hike through Michigan.

Hikers also encounter a Civilian Conservation Corps Cabin. After that, you'll make your way down a staircase to find a view of the Au Sable River that will take your breath away.

The best time of the year to hike this gorgeous trail is from March to October. From the sweet buds of spring to the colorful foliage in the fall, this trail, located in the Huron-Manistee National Forest, is fantastic for taking in all the wonders Michigan's vibrant nature has to offer.

However, as you can see above, the winter views aren't that bad either.

No matter which time of year you visit, the views of the Lumbermen's Monument via the Highbanks Hiking Trail will be unforgettable. Especially if you follow the advice I give to everyone whenever they visit somewhere new.

Make sure to look up. If you change your perspective, you never know what wonders you'll see.

This advice isn't exclusive to a Michigan nature adventure, either. I encourage you to look up in every new (and old!) place you visit - yes, even the restaurants.

There are campgrounds along this trail - some have been there since 1909. However, no need to worry if you'd like to stay nearby and are not a camping enthusiast. There are nearby vacation homes to rent as well!

Where is your favorite spot in Michigan to watch the leaves change color? Tell me about it in the comments!