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Skip to contentThe 2023 peak color predictions are in, and the stage is set for stunning fall foliage across Michigan this October, according to the just-released fall foliage prediction map from SmokyMountains.com.For the vast majority of Michigan residents, the highlight of the autumn season is when the leaves begin to change. Leaf peeping is a favorite thing to do in Michigan in the fall, motivating residents to seek out the peak colors throughout the state and encouraging out-of-state visitors to experience this magical, natural transformation that occurs each year.However, as any seasoned Michigander knows, the fall colors can be difficult to predict. Factors such as temperature, precipitation, and species influence when the leaves change each year, how long the colors remain, and the vibrancy of the colors.The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts the Great Lakes region to have above-average temperatures and precipitation this fall, setting the stage for brilliant fall foliage across Michigan throughout October.According to the 2023 SmokyMountains.com Fall Foliage Prediction Map, colors should start to pop in early-to-mid September in the state’s northernmost regions and last through early November in the southernmost regions. The flow of color moves from northwest to southeast as the season progresses.“With our unique blend of historical and forecast data, we are able to make a highly accurate prediction by the end of August. The drastic year-to-year changes dictate that we create a new map from scratch with new data each year. Our end goal is to produce a map that’s useful and fun.” – David Angotti, SmokyMountains.comEditor’s Note: While these predictions are scientific, nature has a way of speeding up or slowing down the actual color change throughout the season.The fall colors in the Upper Peninsula typically peak between the last week of September and the first two weeks of October. The western Upper Peninsula peak first, with the eastern region following shortly after. Peak colors can occur anytime between the last week of September and the second week of October.According to Jesse Widerhold of Visit Keweenaw, “Fall colors in the Keweenaw normally peak between the last week of September and the first few weeks of October. Parts of the Keweenaw, like Isle Royale and Copper Harbor, will peak later than areas closer to the Portage Canal.” He recommends exploring the Portage Canal (separating Houghton and Hancock), Brockway Mountain Drive, and the Calumet Air Force Station for the best scenic fall views.Northern Michigan is considered by many to be one of the best places in the state to see the fall colors and experience the grandeur of this fleeting season. The fall colors are only just beginning to pop, with very few leaves having turned their autumnal shades of sienna, gold, or burgundy. Peak colors are predicted to occur in the first few weeks of October.Encompassing West Michigan, Mid-Michigan, and East Michigan, the middle of the state boasts many destinations that are idyllic for fall foliage viewing. The leaves on trees in the region’s inland forests will change color about a week before the leaves on trees near the Great Lakes shorelines.&nbsp;The last of the leaves to change in the state, the fall foliage in the southern half of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula allows leaf peepers to extend their enjoyment through the latter part of October. Hiking and biking trails are popular fall foliage destinations, and many people choose to enjoy the fall colors while sipping cider at their favorite orchard.Katie Stepp, Marketing Manager at Blue Water Area Convention &amp; Visitors Bureau, says the color change will start at the beginning of October and peak in mid-October for the 140-mile coastline around Michigan’s Thumb. A road trip along Lake Huron on M-25 is one of the best ways to experience the beauty of fall in this region.

Skip to contentThe 2023 peak color predictions are in, and the stage is set for stunning fall foliage across Michigan this October, according to the just-released fall foliage prediction map from SmokyMountains.com.For the vast majority of Michigan residents, the highlight of the autumn season is when the leaves begin to change. Leaf peeping is a favorite thing to do in Michigan in the fall, motivating residents to seek out the peak colors throughout the state and encouraging out-of-state visitors to experience this magical, natural transformation that occurs each year.However, as any...

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