PETOSKEY AREA
Fall Color Guide PETOSKEY
HARBOR SPRINGS ALANSON B AY H A R B O R BOYNE CITY
Tunnel of Trees
GOOD HART GENERAL STORE, GOOD HART Mackinaw City 81
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Bliss
Sturgeon Bay
Cheboygan 66
Cross Village 119
Good Hart
Pleasantview Rd
Lake Michigan
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Little Traverse Bay
Bay Harbor Charlevoix
27
Mullett Lake
Brutus Burt Lake
119
Harbor Springs
Alanson
68
119
Indian River
Bay View Petoskey
Walloon Lake
23
66
58
Wolverine
50 MILES
TUNNEL OF TREES
Driving Directions KNOWN AS ONE OF THE MOST SCENIC DRIVING ROUTES IN MICHIGAN, THE TUNNEL OF TREES IS A WINDING NARROW ROAD THAT TWISTS AND TURNS ATOP BLUFFS ALONG LAKE MICHIGAN ON HIGHWAY M-119 (LAKE SHORE DRIVE). Along the way, read the markers for points of historical significance. Due to Spring and Summer 2026 flooding and subsequent road damage, there are significant detours along the Tunnel of Trees. Please follow the well-marked detour signs. Depart Harbor Springs north on M-119 towards Cross Village for about 20 miles - follow marked detours. Once in Cross Village, continue on M-119, turning left on Lake Shore Drive to Lakeview Road at Sturgeon Bay Continue on Lakeview, which becomes Gill Road On Gill Road, go three miles to Pleasantview Road (C-81) Turn right to continue south on Pleasantview Road to M-119 Turn right on M-119 to return to Harbor Springs
POINTS OF INTEREST Good Hart General Store
1075 North Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs 231.526.7661 // goodhartstore.com
Harbor Springs History Museum & Ephraim Shay Works Museum
349 East Main Street, Harbor Springs 231.526.9771 // harborspringshistory.org
The Highlands (Chairlift Rides)
600 Highlands Drive, Harbor Springs 855.229.3421 // highlandsharborsprings.com
Legs Inn - Historic Landmark Dining Destination 6425 North Lake Shore Drive, Cross Village 231.526.2281 // legsinn.com
OTIS Harbor Springs - Hotel, Lounge, & Café 7291 South Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs 231.270.6090 // otisharborsprings.com
Pond Hill Farm - Café, Winery, Brewery, Market & Farm Fun 5699 South Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs 231.526.FARM (3276) // pondhill.com
Trillium Woods Coffee
811 South Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs 419.902.3424 // trilliumwoods.co
Circle Lake Charlevoix Jordan River Valley Tour
DEADMAN’S HILL OVERLOOK, ELMIRA
CIRCLE LAKE CHARLEVOIX
Driving Directions
35 MILES
Depart Boyne City north on Lake Street, which becomes Boyne City-Charlevoix Road After about 15 miles, turn left at US-31 for about one mile Turn right on Mercer Road and continue to the last street (Cedar Street) Take a left at the end, then another left on Pearl Avenue, which becomes Mount McSauba Road Continue on Mount McSauba Road and turn right at the stop sign, returning to US-31 Continue on US-31 straight into town Continue through downtown Charlevoix and turn left onto M-66 After about five miles, turn left onto Ferry Road towards the Ironton Ferry Board the Ironton car ferry (nominal fee, cash only) Continue straight along Ferry Road to Boyne City
POINTS OF INTEREST Avalanche Mountain Preserve
Incredible views of Boyne City and Lake Charlevoix reward those who climb the 462-step stairway to the peak. Or enjoy the 3 miles of hiking and biking trails that crisscross the hill. 1129 Wilson Street, Boyne City
Castle Farms
Historic museum tours, known for its unique castle architecture and manicured gardens. 5052 M-66, Charlevoix 231.237.0884 // castlefarms.com
Ironton Ferry
Providing access between Ferry Road and M-66 (cash-only fare). 231.308.3727 // charlevoixcounty.org/ironton_ferry
Fall Color Cruise on Lake Charlevoix
Advanced tickets required, available on select days in September and October. 103 Bridge Park Drive, Charlevoix 231.444.2628 // littletraversebayferry.org
35
JORDAN RIVER VALLEY TOUR
Driving Directions
MILES
Depart Boyne Falls west along M-75 one mile to Deer Lake Road (C-48) and turn left After about four miles, turn left on East Jordan-Boyne City Road (C-48), going into East Jordan Turn left at M-66 Turn left on Alba Road Take a left at the junction of US-131 Continue five miles to the Deadman’s Hill turnoff and go left Backtrack to US-131, turn left, and return to Boyne Falls
POINTS OF INTEREST Boyne Mountain Resort
Plenty to see and do: SkyBridge Michigan, scenic chairlift rides, ziplining, mountain biking, dining options, pool and spa, and more. 1 Boyne Mountain Road, Boyne Falls 81 844.773.8321 // boynemountain.com Sturgeon Bay
Mackinaw
23
Bliss
Deadman’s Hill Trailhead & Scenic Overlook Jordan River Pathway
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Pleasantview Rd
Check out the easy walk to the lookout at the beginning of the Cross Village trail or trek on a three-mile loop for even more gorgeous66views. Deadman’s Hill Road, Elmira 119
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Lake Charlevoix
119
Burt Lake
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Jordan River
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Circle
Valley Tour
Alanson
Harbor Springs Little Traverse Bay
Bay Harbor
Bay View Petoskey
Charlevoix
Horton Bay 66
56
Ironton
58
Wolverine
Walloon Lake
Walloon Lake
Lake Charlevoix
68
119
75
48
Atwood
Ellsworth
Boyne City
Boyne Falls
48
East Jordan 32 66 27 32
Gaylord Alba
Surf & Turf Tri-County Tour
THUMB LAKE ROAD, BOYNE FALLS
SURF & TURF
Driving Directions
65 MILES
Depart Bay Harbor, turning right onto US-31 South towards Charlevoix As you get into Charlevoix, continue south on US-31 through town After 12 miles, turn left on Atwood Road (C-48) Continue five miles and turn left on Church Road, then left again at the next stop, staying on C-48 In East Jordan, turn left on M-66 Stay on M-66 to US-31 A right on US-31 takes you back through Charlevoix and north to Bay Harbor
POINTS OF INTEREST Castle Farms
Historic museum tours; known for its unique castle architecture and manicured gardens. 5052 M-66, Charlevoix 231.237.0884 // castlefarms.com
Gypsy Distillery
Craft spirits tasting room atop a bluff overlooking Bay Harbor and Lake Michigan. 5251 Charlevoix Ave (US-31), Petoskey 231.867.0800 // gypsydistillery.com
Royal Farms Market and Winery 10445 North US-31, Ellsworth 231.599.3222 // royalfarmsinc.com
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TRI-COUNTY TOUR
Driving Directions
MILES
Depart Petoskey east on Mitchell Street (C-58), winding along the route for 22 miles to Wolverine Take a right at the stop light onto South Straits Highway, continue for seven miles to Thumb Lake Road (C-48) Take a right on Thumb Lake Road (C-48) towards US-131 At US-131, go left to Boyne Falls Take a quick right on M-75 to Boyne City Follow the signs, staying on M-75, to continue north through Walloon Lake Village to US-131 Turn left and return to Petoskey
POINTS OF INTEREST Bayfront Park
Enjoy great views of Little Traverse Bay and the Petoskey Marina, and even walk out onto the Breakwall. 101 East Lake Street, Petoskey 231.347.2500 // petoskey.us
Bill’s Farm Market
4450 East Mitchell Road, Petoskey 231.347.6735 // billsfarmmarket.com
Boyne Mountain Resort
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Plenty to see and do: SkyBridge Michigan, scenic chairlift rides, ziplining, mountain biking, dining options, pool and spa, and more.81 1 Boyne Mountain Road, Boyne Falls 844.773.8321 // boynemountain.comSturgeon Bay Bliss 05325 US-131 South, Petoskey Cross Village 231.373.2090 // boynevalleyvineyards.com
Pleasantview Rd
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Coveyou Scenic Farm Market
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4160 US-131 South, Petoskey 231.347.0011 // coveyouscenicfarm.com
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Mackinaw Trail Winery & Brewery 119
3423 US-131, Petoskey 231.487.1910 // mackinawtrailwinery.com e Driv
Burt Lake
Alanson
Harbor Springs Little Traverse Bay
Surf & Turf Tri-County Tour
Bay Harbor
Charlevoix
Horton Bay
Bay View Petoskey
66
Walloon Lake
Walloon Lake
Lake Charlevoix
56
Ironton
68
119
58
Wolverine
75
48
Atwood
Ellsworth
Boyne City 48
East Jordan
Boyne Falls
Outdoor Adventures RESORT FUN
There are plenty of activities to enjoy across the acres of fall color at both Boyne Mountain Resort and The Highlands at Harbor Springs. One of the top viewpoints for fall color is Boyne Mountain’s SkyBridge Michigan, the world’s longest timber-towered suspension bridge, suspended 100+ feet in the air, where visitors can take in unmatched views of the Boyne Valley. Embark on a scenic chairlift ride at The Highlands or embrace the thrill of ziplining through the trees at Boyne Mountain.
Boyne Mountain Resort
1 Boyne Mountain Road, Boyne Falls 844.773.8321 // boynemountain.com
The Highlands at Harbor Springs
600 Highlands Drive, Harbor Springs 855.229.3421 // highlandsharborsprings.com
FALL COLOR CRUISES ON LAKE CHARLEVOIX
Available on select days in September and October. Advanced tickets are required, and cruises leave from downtown Charlevoix.
Little Traverse Bay Ferry Company
103 Bridge Park Drive, Charlevoix 231.444.2628 // littletraversebayferry.org
SCENIC VIEWS & LOOKOUT POINTS
For those looking to see fall color from a higher elevation, check out these lookout points for sprawling views and seas of fall hues. Avalanche Mountain Preserve | Boyne City Deadman’s Hill Overlook | Elmira Offield Family Viewlands | Harbor Springs Pond Hill Farm | Harbor Springs Sunset Park | Petoskey
GOLF IN THE PETOSKEY AREA There are 17 outstanding courses to enjoy well into the fall season. Visit PetoskeyArea.com/Golf or scan here to view our Golf Guide.
POND HILL FARM, HARBOR SPRINGS
Farm Fun & Fall Flavors Something about autumn makes fresh produce and farm fun even better. Many restaurants in the Petoskey Area have fall specials, too, so be sure to ask.
Bear Creek Organic Farm & Food Truck 4012 Atkins Road, Petoskey 231.487.2791 // bearcreekorganicfarm.com
Bill’s Farm Market
4450 East Mitchell Road, Petoskey 231.347.6735 // billsfarmmarket.com
Coveyou Scenic Farm Market
4160 US-131 South, Petoskey 231.347.0011 // coveyouscenicfarm.com
Pond Hill Farm - Winery, Brewery, Café, Market & Farm Fun
Enjoy pumpkin patches and a corn maze, visit farm animals, or enjoy a meal with ingredients fresh from the farm. 5699 South Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs 231.526.FARM (3276) // pondhill.com
Uncle Frank’s Apple Town
4391 US-31, Brutus 231.838.9291 // facebook.com/UncleFranksAppleTown
HIDDEN RIVER GOLF & CASTING CLUB, BRUTUS
Wineries, Breweries & Distilleries The cool, crisp air and vibrant fall colors are the perfect backdrop for a tasting tour, making it easy to fall in love with the wines, beers, and spirits in the Petoskey Area. Make sure to ask about mocktails and NA options as well.
TOURS & TRANSPORTATION Northern Michigan Wine & Beer Tours // 231.437.3339 Sunset Premier Shuttle // 231.497.1182
ZORN PARK BEACH, HARBOR SPRINGS
Fall Events
For a complete schedule and to verify official dates and details, visit the Events page at PetoskeyArea.com. Event dates may be updated or canceled due to changing circumstances.
SEPTEMBER Area Farmers Markets Boyne Kiwanis Car Show, Boyne City Trout & Salmon Extravaganza, Bay Harbor Biketemberfest, Harbor Springs Balloons Over Bay Harbor Festival of the Book, Harbor Springs Harvest Festival, Boyne City Taste of Harbor Springs
OCTOBER Harbor Springs SkeleTOUR Annual Skitoberfest, Boyne Falls C.S. Lewis Festival, Bay Harbor Downtown Trick-or-Treat, Petoskey Trunk R' Treat, Bay Harbor
DOWNTOWN PETOSKEY TRICK-OR-TREAT
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