LAKE OF THE CLOUDS
One of my favorite places to visit in autumn in the Upper Peninsula is Lake of the Clouds. Located in the Porcupine Mountains, this is an easy, accessible hike for all… with some of the most majestic fall views you’ll find up here. If you have the luxury, I’d recommend visiting on a weekday, because the weekends can get very busy. But just take M-107, which dead-ends here. Just… magical. 🍂
An autumn waterfall trip
Looking to see some waterfalls this autumn? 🍁 Try this road-trip which takes you from Laughing Whitefish Falls to Tahquamenon Falls! Both are wonderful to visit in any season, but autumn is just… a little extra special. Both have observation decks and stairs to lead you to unique viewpoints, and are bursting with fall color and cascading water.
PINECREST NORTHWOODS
Located in Republic, Michigan, about 45 minutes west of Marquette, is Pinecrest Northwoods Lodging & Events… and can I just say, omg, this place is DREAMY. It’s a wilderness retreat with unique cabins of all sizes, glampsites and rustic campsites. They have over 100 acres of trails, an authentic Finnish sauna, and access to the Michigamme River and Juncob Lake. 🍁 🌲
Fifth year… at the 510 Bridge in autumn! I decided to head out here midday, which I never do. I always wait til golden hour, and honestly, it was glorious because nobody was around and I was easily able to take photos and I didn’t miss peak colors! Yayyyy! But yeah, this spot is one of my absolute favorites in autumn, it’s easy to access, nearby parking, you can get views from the top of the new bridge and below on the old bridge, and if you haven’t been before in autumn, you just gotta goooo! 🍂