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Michigan fall foliage
In a typical year, fall color in Michigan peaks from about September 26 around Copper Harbor (620 ft) to about October 17 around Detroit (600 ft).
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Bars show the typical best-viewing window for each destination. The dark mark is the typical peak. The last column shows today’s status.
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Common questions
When is peak fall foliage in Michigan?
In a typical year, fall color in Michigan peaks from about September 26 around Copper Harbor (620 ft) to about October 17 around Detroit (600 ft). Timing can shift by about a week in either direction depending on the weather.
Where does fall color peak first in Michigan?
Copper Harbor is usually first among the Michigan destinations we track, with peak around September 26. Higher and more northern spots turn before lower and more southern ones.
Where is the latest fall color in Michigan?
Detroit usually peaks last, around October 17. If you miss peak up high, head downhill or toward the coast.
What trees give Michigan its fall color?
The biggest contributors here include sugar maple, red maple, quaking aspen, paper birch, tamarack and larch, northern red oak.
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