Where and When to See Michigan’s Peak Fall Foliage
Where and When to See Michigan’s Peak Fall Foliage
US · Published Sep 13, 2025
Michigan's fall foliage season starts mid-September in the Upper Peninsula and moves south through October.
Peak color changes occur late September to early October in the Upper Peninsula and mid to late October in the Lower Peninsula.
Use a fall color map or tracker for real-time updates and plan trips along scenic routes like M-22 for the best views.
Michigan fall colors draw global visitors
Michigan's fall color season is a spectacle that draws visitors from all over the world. The transformation begins in mid-September in the Upper Peninsula, gradually spreading south throughout October. As temperatures cool and daylight hours decrease, Michigan's forests erupt in a vibrant display of reds, oranges, and golds.
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