All Things Autumn

Fall colors in Allegan County.

Autumn Color Tours

Just how many ways are there to view this splendor of autumn’s pallet? West Michigan travelers have an abundance of ways to enjoy the show, either by car, RV, boat, bicycle, on horseback, at festivals, hiking, on golf courses and luxury resorts, or historic highways. Many of these “old roads” cut through great forests of hardwoods and pines and make perfect color tours, and some are state-designated scenic routes. From 40 miles to 140 miles, there’s a day trip perfect for everyone. View a listing of 26 scenic driving routes and print detailed directions for each. 

Looking for something to do on your color tour? September and October are two months jam-packed with events focused on pumpkins, fall foliage, harvest festivals, and Michigan’s seasonal bounty.

• Harvest Time
• Fall into the Arts
• Fall Foliage

Beginning Mid-September

A great fall color tour adventure depends on great fall color! Make sure you know when the colors will be peaking by checking out the most current fall color conditions. Updates provided by the Michigan Audubon Society are posted weekly through September and October and also available by calling the West Michigan Tourist Association’s conditions hotline at 800-442-2084 ext. 304.

Fall FAQs

Ever wondered what makes the leaves change color or how weather affects Michigan’s fall color show? Find the answer to these frequently asked questions and more.

Michigan Apple Quickfacts
Michigan Apple Tours

How can we mention autumn without giving credit to Michigan’s largest agricultural commodity – apples! Learn something new about apples, courtesy of the Michigan Apple Committee.

Find West Michigan's apple hot spots on our interactive Agri-Tourism map.