Fall Color Tour in Mason County--Including Ludington & Scottville

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Here is a sample route you can follow to see peak color in mid to late October:
Follow old P.M. Highway south out of Ludington and turn off on any of the country roads, such as Chauvez, Hawley, or Kistler. You'll appreciate the beauty of this area, with the Lake Winds Energy Park looming over the farmland. Follow Meisenheimer road west to South Lakeshore Drive. Turn right and drive past the Ludington Pumped Storage Plant...then continue north where you'll find Historic White Pine Village, Buttersville Peninsula, and the cold, brisk winds off Lake Michigan.

Photo by Mark Steigenga

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September and October are fantastic months to get out in Mason County and enjoy the natural beauty that Mother Nature provides in the fall. There's simply nothing better!
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Fall Festivals & Events in West Michigan: Ludington, Manistee, Pentwater, Silver Lake, and more...
- Pere Marquette Lake Trail
- Boos, Brews and Brats
- Mason County Summer Arts & Crafts Fairs are Not to be Missed!
- Featured Family Friendly Events in December
- Local Pilot's Associations Provide Free Flights for Kids at Young Eagles Rallies
- Circle Rocking "S" Children's Farm Provides Opportunities for Those with Disabilities
- Mason County Car Shows
- Hispanic Heritage Celebration in Hart
- Used Book Sales in Ludington, Manistee & Hart
- Pentwater Cruise Ins Car Show
- 2019 Manistee Area Festivals and Events
- Annual Fall Fest Art & Craft Fair in Pentwater
- Western Michigan Old Engine Club
- ORV at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes
- S.S. Badger Carferry Sails Across Lake Michigan from Ludington to Manitowoc
- Local Farmers Markets
- Ludington State Park Weekly Programs
- Fall Color Dates in Michigan
- The Ludington & Scottville Branches of the Mason County District Library Offer Numerous Programs for Children & Families
- Ludrock's Night of Fright Haunts LACA Each October
- Fun Fall Events in West Michigan
- Halloween Trick-or-Treating & Halloween Parties
- Performances in Ludington, Manistee, Scottville and Hart
- Silver Lake's Apple & BBQ Cook-Off Festival
- Horse Shows at the Mason County Fairgrounds
- ArtPrize in Grand Rapids
- Oktoberfest in Pentwater
- Pentwater/Hart Home Tour & Used Book Sale to Benefit COVE
- West Michigan is a Runner's Paradise with Lots of Races to Choose From
- Hops & Props on the River in Manistee
- Come to the Annual Octoberfest in Ludington
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- Experience the Night Life in Ludington
- Visit West Michigan Every Season!
- Experience Fall in West Michigan
- ORV at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes
- S.S. Badger Carferry Sails Across Lake Michigan from Ludington to Manitowoc
- Pere Marquette River Canoeing & Kayaking
- Book Your Charter Boat Fishing Trip on Lake Michigan
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- Fall Color Dates in Michigan
- The Best Fall Fishing is in West Michigan
- Discover Michigan Lakes and Rivers for Canoeing or Kayaking
- Follow the Agricultural Trail Through Mason & Oceana Counties
- Enjoy Bike Riding on the William Field Memorial Hart-Montague Bike Trail Near the Silver Lake Sand Dunes
- Enjoy a West Michigan Sunset!
- Biking in West Michigan
- Viewing the Northern Lights in West Michigan
- Lake Winds Energy Park
- Barns & Byways Tour
- Discover the Mason County Barn Quilt Trail
For more activities & attractions, check out these additional links for Things to Do in West Michigan:

Have Fun in Manistee, Michigan -- Explore Manistee's historic downtown district and riverwalk, hike the Manistee National Forest, canoe on the Manistee River, and more.
Hamlin Lake -- Just 4 miles north of Ludington, Hamlin Lake is a great destination for boating, fishing and climbing dunes! The Hamlin Lake shoreline is also part of the Ludington State Park.
Silver Lake Sand Dunes -- Visiting the Silver Lake Sand Dunes makes for a terrific vacation because you can take your off-road vehicle for a spin on the scenic sand dunes overlooking Lake Michigan and Silver Lake.
Things to Do in Pentwater, Michigan -- Nothing is quite like the quaint, artsy, harbortown village of Pentwater. Don't miss the popular Charles Mears State Park beach on Pentwater's Lake Michigan shoreline.
Lots of Activities in Scottville, Michigan -- Explore the Riverside Park along the National Scenic Pere Marquette River.
Canoeing or Fishing on the Pere Marquette River -- Many boat liveries offer canoe rentals.
Also, check out West Michigan Guides and our locally produced WestMichigan.MichBiz.com directory for our largest lists of Things to Do in West Michigan.