10 Best Fall Outdoor Adventures

The UP’s Pictured Rocks makes the list! Check out the full article HERE  from Land.com….

 

Hiking the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore | Michigan

Best fall adventures: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan
The Au Sable Light Station, surrounded by colorful fall foliage, stands on the Lake Superior shore of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore near Grand Marais. (Shutterstock)

A highlight of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is spectacular at any time of year, with dramatically eroded multicolored sandstone cliffs rising from the blue-green waters of Lake Superior. It takes on an extra layer of beauty during peak fall foliage season, which typically runs from late September until mid-October. Day hikers can enjoy 100 miles of trails to viewpoints, waterfalls, beaches, and the picturesque Au Sable Lighthouse. For longer treks, the North Country National Scenic Trail passes through the park, 15 miles of it atop the cliffs.

For a different perspective on the gorgeous coastline, take to the water on a sightseeing cruise or kayaking tour. Independent paddling is permitted but requires experience and preparation, as conditions on Lake Superior are notoriously changeable.

Plan Your Fall Adventure: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (NPS)

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