The heat is changing, and so are the leaves here in Michigan. You can rive up to the Upper Peninsula or “Up North” to see the most breathtaking views, or stay in metro Detroit and see what we have to offer. No matter where you go the sights will be delicious. Here are 18 places to go in Michigan that will give your eyes a treat.

All photos from Flickr Creative Commons.

Willow Lake Oxford is more to the beautiful Willow lake and that beautiful bridge. Give some food to your eyes and go see these amazing leaves. Photo via Flickr.
Ann Arbor Not only does Ann Arbor have hidden spots to see the trees, but U of M’s campus is like walking around Hogwarts during the fall. Photo by Barbara Eckstein via Flickr.
Belle Isle Belle Isle has gorgeous fauna and when fall comes around it is absolutely beautiful. photo by Jim D via Flickr
Omena, MI We all know that the fall colors are gorgeous everywhere, but nothing beats Up North. Omeana is located near Suttons Bay, right on the Grand Traverse Bay. Could you want anything more? Photo by Jim Sorbie via Flickr.
Traverse City, MI I mean…it’s Traverse City. The trees don’t get any better than that. Photo by Deb Nystrom via Flickr.
Henry Ford Estate in Dearborn You don’t have to travel far to these amazing colors, plus you can tour the Ford Estate and learn why our public transportation sucks! Neat-o! Photo by Ryan Schrieber via Flickr
Grandville Head over to this Grand Rapids suburb for the most delicious colors in leaves. You won’t be sorry. Photo by Rachel Kramer via Flickr
Ray Twp. Anywhere in northern Macomb County or St. Claire County are amazing spots to see the trees change. Plus, there are home to some of the best apple orchards like Blake’s or Yate’s. Photo by Larry The Biker via Flickr
Detroit Mix in the fall colors with the Detroit skyline and you have a match made in heaven. Photo by Wade Bryant via Flickr.
Porcupine Mountain The UP is known for its fall colors — you can even go on the fall color tour where you drive around and see the most breathtaking leaves you’ve ever seen. So much beauty! Photo by Jim Sorbie via Flickr.
Belle Isle Another beautiful shot of the colors on Belle Isle. It’s not just for summer fun! Photo by Brian Callahan via Flickr
Ann Arbor The Barton Nature Area in Ann Arbor has gorgeous water and gorgeous trees. Photo by Deb Nystrom via Flickr
Pigeon River State Park You practically drive through the Pigeon River State Park when you head up I-75 so why not stop and smell the roses…I mean, trees. Photo by Jim Sorbie via Flickr.
Kalamazoo River Valley Trail If you’ve never been to Kalamazoo, it is one of the hidden gems of the west side of the state and has gorgeous fall colors. Even walk around WMU’s campus or Kalamazoo College and you will see why. Photo by Bill Dolak.
Copper Harbor Located at the tippy top of the U.P., Copper Harbor is absolutely breathtaking during this time of the year. It is quite the drive, but so worth it. Photo by Chad Johnson via Flickr.
Seven Lakes State Park Right in the heart of Holly, MI, this park is not too far away from metro Detroit and will be a feast for your eyes. Photo by Kris Runstrom via Flickr.
Middleville, MI This Grand Rapids suburb is quite small but has some of the best fall colors you’ll see. Photo by Rachel Kramer via Flickr.
Judah Lake in Orion Twp. Another spot that is local to metro Detroiters. Photo by Rodney Campbell via Flickr.

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