Michigan Should Be Higher on This List of the Best States to Visit This Falle

Author Anne Erickson

September 27th, 2021 3:13 PM

The leaves are starting to change colors, and Michigan is known for its spectacular autumn views. LawnStarter has put together a list of the best states to visit this fall.

I’m just going to say it: We need to be higher on this list. Michigan is No. 15, according to LawnStarter, with Vermont coming in at No. 1, followed by New Hampshire, Maine, California and Wyoming. At least we came in at No. 1 in a five-way tie for the most weeks with fall foliage. We invite you to visit Michigan this fall, LawnStarter, and see for yourself!

Here’s the top 10:

Vermont
New Hampshire
Maine
California
Wyoming
Alaska
Oregon
Montana
Washington
Connecticut

Find the full list here.

10 Things to Do in Michigan in the Fall:

• Apple picking: As with pumpkin patches, Michigan has tons of great apple orchards and cider mills to find the tastiest, most flavorful apples around.

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• Fall leaves and colors: Michigan is home of some of the most brilliant colors during the autumn months. It’s the perfect season for a scenic road trip!

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• Haunted houses: Michigan has some of the best haunted houses in the country. Erebus in Pontiac and Michigan’s Eloise Asylum in Westland are favorites, but there are plenty more.

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• Football and tailgating: Fall and football go hand-in-hand. What’s better than getting together with friends on a crisp fall day for some pre-game shenanigans and then watching the big game?

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• Pumpkin patches: The Midwest is the perfect spot to visit local pumpkin patches and cider mills. Looking for the perfect pumpkin? Michigan has you covered. Three Cedars Farm in Northville, Michigan, is considered one of the best places to find a pumpkin in the U.S.

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• Pumpkin everything: Pumpkin is everywhere this time of year, not just in Michigan, but across the U.S. Pumpkin everything simply tastes better in a state that has a real fall, though, like Michigan.

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• Donuts: Donuts on a cool, breezy fall day? Yes, please.

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• Michigan beer: Michigan has some great seasonal beers that embrace autumn, such as Short’s Brewing’s Pure Michigan Autumn IPA. Cheers!

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• Bonfires: Michigan falls offer the perfect weather for late-night bonfires, especially if s’mores are involved. I mean, can you really have a bonfire without s’more?

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• Hiking and trails: Hiking enthusiasts can really enjoy Michigan year-round, even in the winter, but there’s something extra special about taking a hike on one of Michigan’s scenic trails as the leaves are changing color.

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