OCTOBER 2023

Lake Orion gives you a chance to get up
close to fall color. With a beach, streams,
lakes, and 15 miles of marked trails, you
can spend all day here. It has some of
the most rugged terrain in southeastern
Michigan if you’re up for it.
Brighton Recreation Area in Howell
offers a shoreline of oaks and maples for
color and grassy shrub marches for wildlife,
such as sandhill cranes and herons.
20 miles of trails to bike and hike plus
picnic shelters and modern bathrooms
make this site a hit for family fun.
If a local color drive is what you’re
looking for, there’s a 150-mile loop
from Flint, through Brighton and
Bloomfield Hills. Be sure to circle
through Cranbrook, a historic landmark
with gorgeous grounds (and
attractions like an art museum and
science center). Beyond fall-prime
cider mills and orchards, swing by
other beautiful parks including Seven
Lakes State Park in Holly, Ortonville
Recreation Area, and For-Mar Nature
Preserve and Arboretum near Flint —
and even more in Brighton, Commerce
Township and White Lake.
Cranbrook House and Gardens in
Bloomfield Hills are beautiful all year
‘round, but they are spectacular in
the fall. There are 40 acres of gardens
to see on a self-guided tour, and you
can even bring your dog, provided you
also bring (and use) a leash!
Michigan is known for its breathtaking
fall foliage, and there is no
better way to experience it than with
a scenic drive. As the leaves turn brilliant
shades of red, orange, and gold,
the many bodies of water around the
area reflect the stunning autumn colors,
creating a picturesque landscape
that is sure to take your breath away.
On Pure Michigan’s site, you’ll find
tips for leaf spotting and planning a
fall color tour.
Take a leisurely drive through the
winding roads and enjoy the stunning
views of the forests and lakes.
Don’t forget to bring your camera and
capture the beauty of fall in Michigan.
Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or
just looking for a relaxing weekend
getaway, a scenic drive through Michigan’s
fall foliage is an experience you
won’t want to miss.
With 19 million acres of forest, the
state motto rings true: “If you seek a
pleasant peninsula, look about you.”
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