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Get Ready to Enjoy The Color In Traverse City This Fall

Combine splendid fall color with the wooded hills and the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan and countless inland lakes and you have prime color touring country. Traverse City has it all for the fall visitor.

Here is our Crystal Mountain – Benzie County Fall Color Photos – October 19, 2016

FROM 2015

Here is our Fall Color Photo Tour – Northern Lower Michigan – October 7, 2015

Check back for updates as the season continues. Lots of great fall events – Check here for latest. Make your plans to enjoy the fall color.

Benzie County Fall Color Updates

Leelanau County Fall Color Updates

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Traverse City Area Feature Fall Lodging

Resorts – Crystal Mountain – The Homestead

Traverse City – On The Bay Lodging – Bayshore Resort – Cherry Tree Inn & Suites – North Shore Inn

Benzie County Lodging – Honor Motel – Lake ‘N Pines Lodge – Chimney Corners Resort – Sleeping Bear Resort – Hotel Frankfort

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Traverse City Area Fall Color Lodging & Services

Traverse City Fall Color Update – October 10, 2025
TRAVERSE CITY TOURISM FALL INFORMATION <> October 10, 2025 Update: It’s Fall Color Friday! The leaves are really starting to show off thanks to these crisp, cool nights. 🍁 The forecast for the weekend is partly sunny and dry, which is perfect for hopping on one of our fall chairlift rides. It’s the best seat in the house [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Benzie County Fall Color Update – October 10, 2025
October 10, 2025 Update: It’s Fall Color Friday! The leaves are really starting to show off thanks to these crisp, cool nights. 🍁 The forecast for the weekend is partly sunny and dry, which is perfect for hopping on one of our fall chairlift rides. It’s the best seat in the house for seeing the colors [...] more...

Jacob’s Farm – Corn Maze – Traverse City – August 24 thru October 31, 2025
[ August 24, 2025 to October 31, 2025. ] Get ready to wander into the vibrant heart of fall at Jacob’s Farm Corn Maze just outside Traverse City, now bigger and better than ever! This year’s 10-acre maze takes its inspiration from the iconic Grateful Dead and the region’s world renowned cherry heritage, creating an unforgettable autumn adventure. Utilizing GPS and computer aided design, [...] more...

Empire Hops and Harvest Festival – September 20, 2025
[ September 20, 2025; ] Hops Fest Returns to Empire this September! Join us in downtown Empire for the Hops & Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 12-6pm. Celebrate the arrival of fall and the harvest season with good food, beer, live music and dancing! Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Purchase Tickets online here! Food & Beer [...] more...

Leland Maritime History Festival – September 21, 2025
[ September 21, 2025; ] Come learn about the Peninsula’s vital and sometimes tragic connection to the Great Lakes. The festival will be hosted at the Leelanau Historical Society Museum. Sunday, September 21, 2025 10:00 AM 3:00 PM Leelanau Historical Museum 203 E Cedar Street Leland, MI, 49654 United States <> Visit Leland Maritime History Festival Website >>>> <> more...

Leelanau UnCaged – September 27, 2025
[ September 27, 2025; ] Leelanau UnCaged is a place for the community to gather and enjoy inspiring music and dance performances in one day on the streets of Northport. * 4 performance areas, 40+ acts * Kids’ UnCaged art activities * Artisan, Food & Nonprofit Vendors * Water Blessing * Restaurants and Shops * Marina availability * Shuttle Service [...] more...

Frankfort Beer Week – September 29 – October 4, 2025
[ September 29, 2025 to October 4, 2025. ] Welcome to the 12th Annual Frankfort Beer Week! Prepare for a week-long tasting adventure celebrating the heart of Michigan's craft beer scene. Join us in the charming coastal towns of Frankfort and Elberta to discover why great beer and an incredible culinary scene are a perfect pair. From the small-batch brewers who obsess over every pint to [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Fall Fun Saturday – October 4, 2025
[ October 4, 2025; ] The air is getting crisp, the leaves are starting to change, and that can only mean one thing: it's time for Fall Fun Saturdays! Join us for a full day of autumn adventures and activities perfect for all ages. Some activities and attractions may only be available on select dates, so be sure to check our [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Fall Fun Saturday – October 11, 2025
[ October 11, 2025; ] The air is getting crisp, the leaves are starting to change, and that can only mean one thing: it's time for Fall Fun Saturdays! Join us for a full day of autumn adventures and activities perfect for all ages. Some activities and attractions may only be available on select dates, so be sure to check our [...] more...

Frankfort Fall Festival – October 11, 2025
[ October 11, 2025; ] The Frankfort Fall Festival is back and better than ever on Saturday, October 11 at Open Space Park in Frankfort! Start the day with the scenic Port City Run along the Betsie Valley Trail, enjoy the Fall Fest Parade down Main Street, browse incredible creations from local and regional artists at the Craft Fair, indulge in [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – 19th Annual Peak2Peak Mountain Bike Classic – October 18, 2025
[ October 18, 2025; ] The 19th Annual Peak2Peak Mountain Bike Classic is held in and around the beautiful, gently rolling terrain surrounding Crystal Mountain. The race starts and finishes near the base of the front-side slopes. Riders journey through hardwood and pine forests along rambling two-tracks and flowing single-track on a course that is fast and challenging, but not so difficult [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Fall Fun Saturday – October 18, 2025
[ October 18, 2025; ] The air is getting crisp, the leaves are starting to change, and that can only mean one thing: it's time for Fall Fun Saturdays! Join us for a full day of autumn adventures and activities perfect for all ages. Some activities and attractions may only be available on select dates, so be sure to check our [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Fall Fun Saturday – October 25, 2025
[ October 25, 2025; ] The air is getting crisp, the leaves are starting to change, and that can only mean one thing: it's time for Fall Fun Saturdays! Join us for a full day of autumn adventures and activities perfect for all ages. Some activities and attractions may only be available on select dates, so be sure to check our [...] more...

Traverse City Zombie Run – 5K Run (or Walk) – October 25, 2025
[ October 25, 2025; ] Join us for the 16th Annual Traverse City Zombie 5K Run October 25, 2025 The Traverse City Zombie Run is a Halloween tradition! Over the years we’ve seen zombies from all walks of life, or should we say death. Who or what will show up this year? Right Brain Brewery will be hosting the run as always. Zombies [...] more...

Leland Fall Frenzy – October 25, 2025
[ October 25, 2025; ] Enjoy Leland's Fall Frenzy! 'End of Season' Sales & Refreshments ~ Saturday, October 25, 2025 • 10am-5pm Great shopping deals Downtown and in Fishtown, with many businesses offering free refreshments! This is the 'last chance' for a few Fishtown businesses that close for the season. Plan to have lunch, dinner or just grab an awesome cup of coffee at our dining and specialty food establishments, walk the beach, take in the [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Benzie County Fall Color Photos – 2025
Crystal Mountain / Benzie County Fall Color Photos – 2025 Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction iconsFall Color Friday October 10th, 2025 - 12:19 pm FROM Crystal Mountain >> It's Fall Color Friday! The leaves are really starting to show off thanks to these crisp, cool nights. 🍁 The forecast [...] more...

Toast the Season – Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail – Nov. 2 – 3 and Nov. 9 – 10, 2019
[ November 2, 2019 to November 3, 2019. November 9, 2019 to November 10, 2019. ] Toast the Season – Leelanau Style! November 2 & 3 and November 9 & 10, 2019 Saturday 11:00 to 5:00 pm and Sunday 12:00 to 5:00 pm $50 per person (your ticket is good for the weekend of your choice) Celebrate the holiday season and get inspired for your own holiday gatherings by sampling mouthwatering wine and food pairings along [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Fall Chairlift Rides
Fall Chairlift Rides Rolling hills, fresh air, and panoramic views of the four counties, all enjoyed from the peaceful uphill ride on the Buck Quad Chairlift during our Scenic Chairlift Rides! For more information or to make a reservation, please call 231-378-2238. Please Note: All chairlift rides are weather dependent. <> Reservations June – September: Advanced reservations are not required. [...] more...

Fall Color Photo Tour – Northern Lower Michigan – October 7, 2015
The 2015 fall color season is a little behind this year in Northern Lower Michigan, however, we are now seeing pockets of vivid early color along the interior routes of Northern Lower Michigan. There should be good early season color along these routes this weekend and we’d expect the colors to peak along the interior [...] more...

The Hunt for the Reds of October – Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail – Weekdays in October
[ October 1, 2018 to October 31, 2018. ] Weekdays during October $10 per person Includes signature wine glass, a complimentary red wine pour at each winery and a $5 donation to the American Red Cross. Great wine for a great cause— It doesn’t get better than that! Leelanau Peninsula has become well-known for its Riesling and other cool-climate white varietals and blends. What is often overlooked, however, [...] more...

Chateau Chantal – 18th Annual Harvest Fest – October 7, 2017
[ October 7, 2017; ] Share with us the excitement of Harvest!  Brian’s cellar and still will be open to smell wines, stomp grapes, and tour. Our tasting room staff will serve wine tastes and take private label orders. NEW! Wines by the glass and lunch items like bratwurst and charcuterie boards served from our dining room! Activities for All, Open to [...] more...

Great Macaroni & Cheese Bake-Off – November 25, 2017
[ November 25, 2017; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Saturday, November 25, 2017 10am-5pm Tickets: $45 advance (typically sells out), $40 for designated driver tickets America’s favorite comfort food gets an upgrade with help from celebrated Northern Michigan chefs. Area restaurants partner with one WOMP winery each to create a perfect mac & cheese and wine pairing. Participants get to vote for the best pairing, cheesiest, and [...] more...

Harvest Stompede – Annual Vineyard Run & Walk – September 9 & 10, 2017
[ September 9, 2017; 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. September 10, 2017; 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] The annual Harvest Stompede is September 9 & 10, 2017 Saturday 11:00 am to 6:00 pm Sunday 12:00 to 5:00 pm $40 per person This annual weekend features a spectacular race through Leelanau’s vineyards followed by a self-guided wine tour along the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail featuring world class wines and culinary delights that reflect the season’s bounty. The Harvest [...] more...

The Homestead – Manitou Passage Golf Package
Enjoy Manitou Passage, an Arnold Palmer Signature Course that is located in an area that gave rise to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the place chosen by viewers of ABC’s Good Morning America as the “Most Beautiful Place in America.” The Course is set admist green meadows and the high, coastal forests that line [...] more...

Leelanau Harvest Tour – September 16, 2017
[ September 16, 2017; ] Pedal through Scenic Leelanau County Saturday, September 16, 2017 Tour Overview The Leelanau Harvest Tour is a great biking adventure for both families and single riders as the fall colors begin to show and temperatures begin to cool. Leaving from the Suttons Bay High School, routes of approximately 20, 40, 65, and 100 miles wind throughout beautiful Leelanau [...] more...

Acme Fall Festival – September 30, 2017
[ September 30, 2017; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] The Annual Acme Fall Festival is fun for the whole family! Join us for the Seventh Annual Acme Fall Festival, Saturday, September 30, from 10am to 4pm! This year's festival will be held at Flintfields on Bates Rd in Williamsburg. Events will include classic car show, kids events, Wings of Wonder live raptor show, bake sale and farmers [...] more...

Devils Dive Half Marathon and 5k – Old Mission Peninsula – October 9, 2016
[ October 9, 2016; 8:00 am; ] On October 9th, 2016 the Half Marathoners for Devil's Dive will start, followed by the 5K participants. Along the way they will be greeted by devils, referees, cats, clowns, witches, angels, highlighters, zombies, minions and more! Race participants are encouraged to dressed up as well. Post race food includes bananas, bagels, caramel apples, candy, apple cider, pumpkin [...] more...

Frankfort Film Festival – October 20 – 23, 2016
[ October 20, 2016 to October 23, 2016. ] Plans are in the final stages for the 8th Annual Frankfort Film Festival slated for October 20-23 at The Garden Theater. The Frankfort Film Festival will again bring award-winning films from around the globe to the big screen in downtown Frankfort. Live music, restaurant specials, spectacular fall color combined with exceptional cinema and delightful company make this [...] more...

The Homestead – Toast the Season – November 1 – 2 and November 8 – 9, 2014
[ November 1, 2014 to November 2, 2014. November 8, 2014 to November 9, 2014. ] Join us at The Homestead as you Toast the Season! Whether you choose to stay in one of our hotels or a condominium, our resort is designed, built and managed to help you enjoy the beauty of the surrounding Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Your package includes at least one nights’ lodging, breakfast each morning at [...] more...

Traverse City Beer Week – November 7 – 14, 2014
[ November 7, 2014 to November 14, 2014. ] Traverse City is already known for its great craft beer, breweries and brewpubs. But did you know that we are also known for great events featuring beer? Traverse City Beer Week (November 7th-14th) showcases a week-long series of events hosted in your favorite Traverse City establishments. Our breweries, restaurants and bars will offer unique beer events, [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Labor Day Weekend – September 4 – 6, 2021
[ September 4, 2021 to September 6, 2021. ] Kick back, relax and enjoy your Labor Day weekend at Crystal Mountain. Bring your family and friends for a weekend of fun! Daily Activities • Outdoor Pool & Water Playground • Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide* • Edge Adventure Course* • Climbing Wall* • Biking *Reservations will be required for these activities. Additional Weekend Events Saturday, September 4 10am, Sand Art Held [...] more...

Antrim County Fall Color Photos – Update October 12, 2012
Antrim County Fall Color – October 12, 2012 Shanty Creek Resorts – October 12, 2012 – A light dusting of snow overnight makes the fall color pop at Schuss Mountain. Antrim County Fall Color – October 4, 2012 Shanty Creek Resorts – Lake Bellaire 4 October 2012 Antrim County Fall Color – October 1, 2012 Shanty Creek Resorts – October 1, [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Fall Fun Saturday – October 2, 2021
[ October 2, 2021; ] Get outside and have some family fun during our Fall Fun Saturdays! Join us on Saturday, October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 for a day full of fall activities that everyone is sure to enjoy. Saturday Schedule 9am - 5pm, Bike Rental at the Mountain Adventure Zone Take a bike ride around the resort to see all [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Haunted Trail – October 18 & 19, 2019
[ October 18, 2019 to October 19, 2019. ] 7:30 - 9:30pm: Get ready to scream! Ride the Loki lift & follow the lanterns down the Haunted Trail... if you dare. Our Haunted Trail is available October 18-19 and 25-26, 2019. Cost: $9 per person. Ages 6 & under free with paying adult. Haunted Trail is weather permitting. Call the Mountain Adventure Zone at [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Spooktacular Saturday – October 19, 2019
[ October 19, 2019; ] Get outside and have some family fun during Spooktacular Saturday! It's a day full of fall activities that everyone is sure to enjoy. 2 - 6pm: Wagon rides, caramel apples, petting zoo, pumpkin carving and more! 2:30pm: Burlap Races 3pm: Fall Bingo 3:30pm: Pumpkin Seed Spitting Contest 4pm: Pin the Nose on the Pumpkin 4:30pm: [...] more...

“Enduring Legacy: Gardening from Monticello to Leelanau County” with Peter Hatch – October 1 – 3, 2014
[ October 1, 2014 to October 3, 2014. ] Celebrated professional gardener, author, and historic landscape authority Peter J. Hatch will visit Leelanau County October 1-3, 2014, for a series of public lectures and programs. Hatch served as Director of Gardens and Grounds at Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello for 35 years and has published four books on Monticello’s botanic legacy including A Rich Spot [...] more...

Leelanau Gold Eco-Photo Weekend – October 10 – 11, 2014
[ October 10, 2014 to October 11, 2014. ] Enjoy one or two full days in scenic beauty. On day one, capture the warm autumn dunes in all their glory from high sand dune lookouts to scenic forest overlooks, ponds and forests in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. On day two, journey through the Leelanau landscapes of orchards, hillsides and historic farmsteads adorned with [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Simply Spa Package
This fall discover Crystal Spa, the 18,500-square-foot oasis at the heart of Crystal Mountain. Enjoy lodging, a $100 spa credit, and 20% off spa treatments, all starting at $129 per person. As a spa package guest you are able to enjoy unlimited access to our award-winning spa facilities during your stay, including our luxurious locker rooms with infrared [...] more...

Crystal Mountain – Stay and Play Golf Packages
Play & Stay this Fall at Crystal Mountain. Enjoy crisp greens and colorful fairways while you play unlimited golf on our championship courses. Unlimited Golf Package The name says it all, unlimited golf on our championship golf courses with shared cart. Package Includes: • Unlimited golf with shared cart from your day of arrival through day of departure • Unlimited use of our Practice & [...] more...

Champion Hill Golf Course – Benzie County
Great Fall Rates at Champion Hill…. Tucked into 350 acres of the windswept hills of Benzie County’s highlands, Champion Hill is distinguished by its scenic, open, rolling, heather lined fairways, large contoured greens and distant views of Lake Michigan, Crystal Lake, and Platte Lakes. The highlands links design features open, rolling bluegrass fairways with many [...] more...

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