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NEW Michigan Fall Color Peak Prediction Map: 2023 Forecast + TIMELINE

We’ve got some great news for Michigan fall leaf-peepers: an unseasonably warm September and early October has extended the color change in Michigan.

That means even MORE time for you to get out and see some of the spectacular, vibrant colors as the leaves continue to turn from green to brilliant reds, yellows, and golds… and find them in peak conditions.

Temperatures – which play a factor on the foliage color change – are predicted to be in near 80 degrees in some parts of Michigan the second week of October, which is very rare.

We’ve been out scouring the state, and discovered first-hand that the color change is just now getting started in Michigan’s northern peninsula

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37 NEW Fall Experiences in Pure Michigan for 2023 (Interactive MAP)

Are you looking for the best time to see fall foliage in Michigan and enjoy fall Michigan travel?

Fellow leaf-peepers and autumn aficionados, you’re in luck!  It’s that magical time of the year again when Michigan transforms into a canvas of warm hues and vibrant shades. Cider mills, corn mazes, fall festivals, and pumpkin patches can be found on almost every corner.  

If you’re ready to embrace the cozy sweaters, apple cider, and the irresistible rustle of fallen leaves underfoot, you’re in for a treat. So grab your flannels and your sense of adventure, because we’re about to embark on a journey through the best spots to witness Michigan’s fall foliage extravaganza!

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2023 Michigan Fall Colors (MAP): When to See Michigan Fall Color Change

We’ve got some great news: The 2022 Michigan Peak Fall Color Season is extended this year…giving us all a bigger window for the Michigan leaf-peeping season!

From the upper peninsula to the lower peninsula; from Lake Michigan to Lake Huron and Lake Superior to Lake Erie, the changing colors of the leaves throughout the state are truly magnificent.

Michigan comes alive in the fall, and the dramatic color change of the foliage lights up the state. It’s the perfect time for a fall color road trip or even a day trip.

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11 BEST Michigan Fall Color Train Tours for 2023

Now is the time for stunning fall foliage and fall train rides in Michigan are one of my favorite ways to celebrate fall in Michigan.
The vibrant colors of fall in Michigan can’t be missed and what better way to see them than with a fun-filled train ride through the Great Lake State? Steam trains might be a thing of the past in some places but not in Michigan!
Fall color train tours are a perfect way to see Michigan’s fall color in action, with the added bonus of the special feeling that comes when traveling by train. It’s a perfect way to explore Michigan in style!
Where to Find Fall Color Train Tours in Michigan

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2023 BEST Fall Festivals in Michigan: Your Ultimate Guide to Michigan Fall Festivals

Fall festivals in Michigan are the best way to celebrate the arrival of autumn, which is arguably the prettiest season in our state. All of the leaves are changing colors, the air is crisp and fresh, and the family-owned fruit stands along M-22 and other scenic highways are starting to switch out the berries and jams for apple cider and fresh vegetables. Fall festivals here include pumpkin patches, apple harvests, arts and crafts, and much more. Check out this list to find an amazing fall festival near you.

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2023 BEST Michigan Cider Mills and Apple Orchards with MAP

Michigan Apple Orchards and Cider Mills

Fall is apple season in Michigan, and there is no better way to spend a sunny fall afternoon than biting into warm donuts and sipping fresh apple cider.

From quiet, rolling orchards rich with ripe, red fruit to busy, family-friendly cider mills brimming with fun activity – Michigan IS the land of the apple in the fall months.

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Dexter Cider Mill: Must-Visit Michigan Cider Mill

Along the banks of the Huron River in the town of Dexter, Michigan, sits one of Michigan’s
most excellent “hidden gems”: The Dexter Cider Mill. This mill produces hundreds of thousands
of apple-flavored items through the fall and is a frequent stop of not only Dexter locals but also
thousands of Michiganders.

The Mill is part of the heart of Dexter and has made the growing town famous for a few short
months each year. Families flock to this favorite fall destination to enjoy cider, donuts, and the
unbeatable views provided by the Huron River.

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Labor Day Weekend Michigan 2023: Biggest List of Parades, Festivals, Events, Things to Do, and Places to Go (UPDATED)

Looking for the best things to do on Labor Day Weekend 2022 in Michigan? We’ve got them for you!
We’ve put together a list of the best 2022 Michigan Labor Day events, activities, and things to do near you. We’re including everything you want to know about Labor Day 2022, including where to go on Labor Day weekend in Michigan the best Michigan festivals Labor Day parades on the best things to do on Labor Day weekend.

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SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium: Amazing Underwater Paradise

The Great Lakes Crossing Outlets of Auburn Hills are home to Michigan’s largest aquarium. Tickets start at around $25, so this aquarium is a rather affordable and accessible choice for families. However, don’t overlook combo ticket opportunities that get you more bang for your buck with admission to Peppa Pig World of Play and Legoland Discovery Center, both located within the mall.

As good as the bundles are, today, the focus is on the aquarium, where unique aquatic exhibits show off hundreds of species from all around the world. So, Board the S.S. SEA LIFE with us and let’s embark on an undersea adventure that conveys the wonder of water and the sea creatures that live below the surface in an underwater world, so different from our own.

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