The 6 Best Fall Activities in Northern Michigan - Hikes, Pumpkin Patches and Wine Tasting
Traverse City is a gorgeous place year-round and Autumn is no exception. With breathtaking colors, countless local farms, and family-friendly fun, there are plenty of activities to fill up this short yet sweet fall season!
Here are our favorites here at Up North and Away:
Drive Scenic M22 - Voted Best Scenic Autumn Drive by USA Today
We recommend heading west on M72 to Empire. From there, follow M22 north around the Leelanau Peninsula and end your day back in Traverse City.
2. Scenic Fall Chairlift Rides around Northern Michigan
View the colors from above in a chairlift ride at one of the ski mountains of Northern Michigan
3. Scenic Hikes close to Traverse City
Take your pups and the whole family on one of our favorite hikes to view the changing colors.
Grand Traverse Commons Natural Area
4. Northern Michigan Farms Visits
Pick apples, find pumpkins, get lost in a corn maze, or enjoy apple cider and baked goods at local farms around the area.
5. Visit Traverse City Wineries, Breweries, and Distilleries
Warm up with seasonal drinks offered at local wineries and breweries. Plus, take in the views of the colors on their breathtaking estates.
Hot Mulled Cider - Suttons Bay Ciders
Spiked Hot Apple Cider - Brys Estate
Seasonal Cocktails - Northern Latitudes Distillery
Witches Brew - Leelanau Cellars
6. Spooky Season Attractions in Northern Michigan
Get into the Spooky Season by checking out haunted attractions or going at your own pace on the decorated streets of the city.
Screams in the Dark Haunted Attractions
Haunted Traverse Walking Tours
Asylum Flashlight Tour at the Grand Traverse Commons
Central Neighborhood - Walk downtown neighborhood filled with Halloween decor
This is just a short list of our favorite fall activities in Northern Michigan. Have a questions about any of these? Just ask!
If you’re looking for a great place stay in Traverse City during the fall, we would love to host you in one of our Airbnbs. We have houses that sleep up 10 people, are dog-friendly and located just minutes from Downtown Traverse City and all the great autumn fun we mentioned. Find the perfect spot for your stay in Northern Michigan via Airbnb.
