Otsego Lake State Park (North Michigan): One of the most memorable for fall colors with over 60 miles of trees and a beautiful shoreline, make sure to visit in late September for the best views.Oh! Don’t forget the beautiful beachfront. A short drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes, wineries, fall color tours, and all that the pinky part of Michigan has to offer. Traverse City State Park (Northwest Michigan): Maybe a little obvious for a Northwest Michigan campground choice, but this is one of my comfortable favorites.Porcupine Mountain State Park – Photo courtesy of Pure Michigan –. This state park has been on my personal bucket list forever!

The Porkies provide once in a lifetime “Lake of the Clouds” views, over 90 miles of trails, and great beaches. Porcupine Mountains State Park (Upper Peninsula): Being the biggest state park in Michigan, it boasts some of the best fall foliage in the UP.The upper falls area includes the Tahquamenon Falls Brewery so you can reap rewards once you get up there! And, if you do visit in the fall, be sure to check out their Harvest Festival on October 11th for pumpkin carving, trick or treating, and more! Tahquamenon Falls State Park (Upper Peninsula): Visiting the iconic Tahquamenon Falls means you can camp at the lower falls and then take a scenic four hour hike to the upper falls.Here are some cool state parks to visit in the fall and all year round: Also, did I mention that one night at a Michigan state park averages only $25? Everyone thinks state park adventures are for summer, but fall has plenty to offer as well. Michigan is known for its awesome camping opportunities throughout the state – including over 100 state parks! Just because of Michigan’s seasonal changes, you shouldn’t be afraid to visit one of the 13,500+ campsites after Labor Day. Just because summer is winding down doesn’t mean it’s time to put away your camping gear just yet.

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