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Ann Arbor
Fall is Ann Arbor at its finest. Kick off the season in the world’s largest football stadium then enjoy the vibrant colors of 150-plus parks, pop-up art exhibits and Oktoberfest celebrations.
Ann Arbor is home to seven cider mills with each offering a unique experience.
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Cheboygan
Nestled on the coast of Lake Huron, Cheboygan’s fall colors are simply spectacular. The town has more miles of scenic waterways and multiuse trails than anywhere else in the state.
Cheboygan is home to the largest rails-to-trails system in Michigan.
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Frankenmuth
Michigan’s Little Bavaria is brilliant in the fall. Outdoor activities abound in Frankenmuth with scenic kayak tours or fishing on the Cass River. Enjoy German beer or authentic farm-to-table flavors at our award-winning restaurants.
Over 254,000 pounds of Hubbard squash is harvested in Frankenmuth each fall.
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Grand Rapids
When fall arrives, Grand Rapids comes alive. Enjoy nature’s color show surrounded by unmatched apple picking and cider tasting, world-class fishing, farm-to-table dining and, of course, craft beer.
More than half of Michigan’s apples are grown 10 minutes north of Grand Rapids.
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The Henry Ford
200 acres of innovation. 300 years of history. 26 million artifacts. At The Henry Ford, you'll discover America--its culture, inventions, people and can-do spirit--and hundreds of hands-on ways to explore and inspire... ...
The New York Times called The Henry Ford "one of the coolest museums in the world." ... ...
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Kalamazoo
Explore fall colors along the trails, sip exquisite coffee, locally brewed beer, dine on decadent farm-to-table dishes, and find homegrown makers and artisans at the heart of it all. Kalamazoo: Made for You.
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See your fall colors and some art at the same time with a 45 mile Vicksburg Quilt Trail that winds throughout southern Kalamazoo county!
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Brighton-Howell Area
Surrounded by acres of sprawling parks, championship golf courses, scenic lakes, tree-lined trails and some of the best orchards in Michigan, fall in Brighton-Howell Area is a great time to be our guest.
The Brighton-Howell Area is home to over 50,000 acres of parks
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Saugatuck/Douglas
From dune walks to mountain hikes, boat cruises to breweries, local farms to art galleries, when fall rolls around there’s a bountiful harvest of things to do in the Saugatuck/Douglas area.
Known as the Art Coast of Michigan, Saugatuck/Douglas has over 30 galleries and studios.
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Ypsilanti
From cider mills to hard cider festivals, hayrides to haunted barns, and with some of the best smallmouth bass fishing in the Midwest, Ypsilanti welcomes fall visitors with flying seasonal colors.
Ypsilanti’s Wiard’s Orchards was founded 182 years ago in 1837.
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Michigan Apples
In Michigan, fall and apples go hand in hand. There are over 200 orchards, U-Pick farms and stores across the state ready to turn a fun-filled fall day into a family memory that lasts a lifetime.
Michigan is the third highest apple producer in the United States.
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Great Lakes Bay Region
From the country's longest canopy walk to freshwater sailing autumn color tours--let adventure find you naturally this fall, right here in the Great Lakes Bay Region. ...
Midland’s Dow Gardens is home to the longest canopy walk in the U.S. at 1,400 ft.
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Blue Water Area
140 miles of scenic fall beauty, Michigan’s Blue Water Area covers 10 waterfront towns perfect for color drives, rail trail biking, bird watching and strolling Victorian-era streets.
The Fort Gratiot Lighthouse is the oldest working lighthouse in Michigan.
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Battle Creek
Fall in Battle Creek means breathtakingly beautiful golf, unique craft beer tastings at Binder Park Zoo, hot tables at FireKeepers Casino and historical sights waiting to be explored.
Battle Creek was once a main stop on the Underground Railroad.
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Ludington
Few places can match Ludington’s splendor during the fall season. Stroll through the unspoiled scenery or fish pristine rivers and lakes, then sit back with a delicious craft beer at sunset.
The SS Badger cruises out of Ludington and is the last coal-powered steamship operating in the United States.
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Manistee
Manistee has autumn getaways covered with two distinct fall colors seasons, inland and coast. Choose a bird’s-eye view with a scenic air tour or cast a line fishing to experience the both of them.
M-22 was named a Best Scenic Autumn Drive by USA Today.
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Mt. Pleasant
With 1,000 acres of parkland in the Mt. Pleasant area, incredible fall foliage awaits visitors outside, while inside, colors of a different kind come alive in Michigan’s largest casino gaming floor.
Mt. Pleasant is home to Bundy Hill Preserve, the tallest point in Isabella County.
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Traverse City
Autumn amazes in Traverse City. Experience it on a scenic bike ride, kayaking down a crystal clear river, playing a round of golf, hiking a dune or just strolling through downtown shops.
Traverse City is listed as one of America’s Top 10 Fall Foliage Destinations.
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Upper Peninsula
With 7 million acres of trees, 3 Great Lakes shorelines, 150 plus named waterfalls and the Northern Lights, it’s easy to see why no other U.S. destination can match a fall trip to the U.P.
The Bays de Noc area of the U.P. is considered the Walleye Fishing Capital of the World.
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Detroit
The Detroit most people think they know isn't the Detroit that exists today. In the fall, the city is bustling with art experiences, craft beer and cider festivals, international marathons and more. Find something unique everywhere you turn. ...
Detroit’s four professional sports teams play within five blocks of each other.
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Marquette
From scenic drives to epic hikes and world-class mountain biking, Marquette has plenty of ways to experience fall colors. After a day exploring, enjoy the downtown scene or go stargazing.
USA Today’s Best Destination for Fall Foliage Readers’ Choice Poll voted the U.P. #1.
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Big Rapids Area
From putters to paddlers, Big Rapids Area is one of Michigan’s best playgrounds. The area has five stunning golf courses, including two PGA-rated resorts. For those who prefer water, the Muskegon River is a canoer’s and kayaker’s dream.
Known for its big rapids, the Muskegon River is the second-longest river in Michigan.
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The Keweenaw Peninsula
Grab your flannel(s) and make your way to the Keweenaw Peninsula this autumn! Nestled in the heart of Lake Superior, experience breathtaking fall colors as you explore old growth forests and enjoy mesmerizing sunsets. Hike, bike, paddle and ride hundreds of miles of trail, or step back into history...
The City of Houghton is considered the Birthplace of Professional Hockey.
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