Northern Michigan Fall Colors

[I_Fly]

Got out to visit my son and enjoy fall colors in the upper peninsula of Michigan this past weekend. So many things to see and do up there. Each time I try to find something new. We managed two firsts this trip.
We visited Gay Michigan, the mine ruins, and stamp sands. Essentially a large pile of mined rock that has been pulverized and dumped onto the shore of Lake Superior. Fun to explore and the bronco did great. Only two other vehicles within view. The clouds didn't cooperate for us but the view was still fantastic. Should have stayed a little longer.
On our way back we also stopped at Crisp Point Lighthouse. It's about an hour north of Newberry. A bit west of Whitefish Point. There is a seasonal county road but we took the back country rout in our offroad appt (OnX Offroad). The route uses a number of ORV trails that were quite nice. I didn't take many pictures. Just enjoyed the ride out and the lighthouse. We ended up staying until almost dark and took the county road back. I'll say that the trails were better in many ways.
Stopping at the Soo Locks was not new and didn't require a Bronco. It was still a nice stop. In the past we have only seen smaller ships pass through. This time there were two large ships in the locks at the same time. It's impressive to see.
The fall colors and weather were great.

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[OracleLights]

That sounds like an awesome trip, and those photos are stunning! I spent a lot of time exploring different lighthouses up north with my mom growing up, and nothing beats the fall colors this time of year. Special memories to cherish forever. (Speaking as the daughter, I’ll never forget those adventures!) - Hayleigh

 

[GoHawks63]

Very Cool! I've lived in (SE) Michigan for just over 18 years, and while I've been as far north as Traverse, Petosky, Charlevoix and to Mackinac Island, I've never been to the Upper Peninsula.

Really want to get up there, especially now that I have the Bronco.

 

[EasternSierra]

Very Cool! I've lived in (SE) Michigan for just over 18 years, and while I've been as far north as Traverse, Petosky, Charlevoix and to Mackinac Island, I've never been to the Upper Peninsula.

Really want to get up there, especially now that I have the Bronco.

I went there from Duluth in October 2010 and hit the fall color just right. Far northern Wisconsin and the UP of Michigan were fantastic. Go all the way to the end of the road at Copper Harbor. Love that area! Also recommend Porcupine Mtns. State Wilderness though I'm not sure they have any wheeling there.

 

[I_Fly]

Very Cool! I've lived in (SE) Michigan for just over 18 years, and while I've been as far north as Traverse, Petosky, Charlevoix and to Mackinac Island, I've never been to the Upper Peninsula.

Really want to get up there, especially now that I have the Bronco.

The UP is a bit of a drive but worth it. Lower MI has many great places as well. Opportunities to stop on a road trip.

 

[I_Fly]

I went there from Duluth in October 2010 and hit the fall color just right. Far northern Wisconsin and the UP of Michigan were fantastic. Go all the way to the end of the road at Copper Harbor. Love that area! Also recommend Porcupine Mtns. State Wilderness though I'm not sure they have any wheeling there.

Copper harbor and some of the beaches and overlooks on the way are some of my favorites. Lots of wheeling, hiking, and biking opportunities in the area as well. I've never been to the Porcupine Mountains (state park). I don't think there is wheeling there but it's on my to do list.

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