In South Haven, the weekly farmers market continues through October, as does the family-owned Barden’s Farm Market, where you can pick up everything from produce to apple cider donuts, sandwiches, and soups. The Eighth Street Farmers Market in downtown Holland, another great pick, runs through November. On Fridays through September, The Market at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts showcases some of the season's best produce from West Michigan growers, along with food vendors, crafts, and more. Best part: Many markets are open well into fall. Plan a picnic with the artisanal baked goods, cheeses, and meats you pick up. The farmers markets are filled with just-picked fruits and vegetables, plus honey, maple syrup, and eggs straight from the farm. One of the most agriculturally diverse states in the nation, Michigan grows prized Montmorency tart cherries and sweet cherries, apples, blueberries, and so much more. The farms of Saugatuckīring a container to gather your apples and pumpkins at Crane's U-pick - Photo courtesy of Craig Watson Pick up a lunch and picnic along the sand. It’s a great spot for some autumn sun and downtime. On the tours, you’ll get a little history of the area, info on the wildlife and natural environment, and time to snap some seriously Insta-worthy images.ĭon’t miss a stroll or a sunset at Saugatuck's Oval Beach, known as one of the best beaches in Michigan (and the Midwest). Saugatuck Dune Rides takes you on thrilling tours of the dunes, some reaching 200-feet high. If hiking or biking is more your thing, the picturesque terrain at Saugatuck Dunes State Park features towering coastal dunes, miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and trails, and deeply forested areas. Take a heart-pounding fall dune ride in Saugatuck - Photo courtesy of Craig Watson Retro also offers donut-shaped boats, plus Duffy and pontoon boats for groups. Scoot around the channels, along the Kalamazoo River, or on an inland lake, and take in all the fall colors.

Retro Boat Rentals offers vintage mid-century boats with fins and fun retro colors. Expect to see sand dunes and lighthouses in the distance, plus brilliant bursts of ruby, gold, and orange everywhere. Take a cruise on the Star of Saugatuck, an authentic paddlewheel boat that glides along the Kalamazoo River and Lake Michigan. Michigan adventure does not slam shut after Labor Day it just gets prettier with autumn's arrival. Rent a boat for a fall cruise around Lake Michigan or the Kalamazoo River - Photo courtesy of Harold Rail Sand dune rides and more autumn adventure

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