Keweenaw Fall Color Reports

Peak Foliage Timing & Weekly Updates

Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula is one of the United State’s best places to experience fall foliage, with hardwood forests glowing in shades of red, orange, and gold. Peak color usually occurs from the last week of September through mid-October, moving gradually from the southern interior north toward Copper Harbor. Weekly reports keep you up to date so you can plan your visit at just the right time.

🍁⚪⚪⚪⚪ – Just Starting (0–20%): Mostly green with a few early pops of color.
🍁🍁⚪⚪⚪ – Building (20–40%): Patches of color are spreading but green still dominates.
🍁🍁🍁⚪⚪​ – Mid-Season Mix (40–70%): A balanced quilt of greens and vibrant hues.
🍁🍁🍁🍁⚪​​ – Near Peak (70–90%): Bold, widespread color with just a touch of green left.
🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁 – Peak (90–100%): Fully lit canopy at its brightest, leaves about to drop.

Out on the trail, driving the backroads, or cruising through town? You’re out there first — show us the fall conditions in Twin Lakes, Houghton/Hancock, Calumet, Lac La Belle, or Copper Harbor! 🍁 Be sure to include the date and how you’d like to be credited.

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South Keweenaw: Twin Lakes, Toivola, & South Range

Update: 10/21/2025

Location: Painesdale, MI

Notes: Southern Keweenaw is in its autumn swan song, bare trees mingle with the final flags of color - but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the historic Champion Mine and Toivola! Enjoy a self-guided walk about the Painesdale Mine & Shaft's grounds any day of the year - it's a Hidden Gem you won't want to miss! Head to Agate Beach or Misery Bay to enjoy rock hounding!

Fall Color Rating: 🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁

Fall colors in Painesdale from earlier in the 2025 Fall Season.

Portage Canal Area

Houghton, Hancock, Chassell

Update: 10/20/2025

Location: Houghton, MI

Notes: The ides of autumn bring a deep earthy note to the fall color along Houghton and Hancock. Feeling those fun, spooky October vibes with everything looking sepia toned!

Fall Color Rating: 🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁

Middle Keweenaw

US-41 Corridor: Calumet, Mohawk, Ahmeek, Phoenix, Delaware

Update: 9/27/2025

Location: Central Mine Historic District

Notes: Walking the beautiful grounds of Central Mine is a peak Keweenaw experience - see the historic Central Mine Methodist Church, walk amongst the ruins, and taste an autumn apple from the legacy trees still fruiting on the grounds. 

Fall Color Rating: 🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁

Eastern Keweenaw 

Lac La Belle, Gay, Big (Grand) Traverse Bay

Update: 10/9/2025

Location: Mount Bohemia, Lac la Belle, MI

Notes: Pair the fall colors on the slopes with the all-new Hot Springs at the Nordic Spa at Mount Bohemia! Rich mineral waters heat and relax as you soak in the crisp, clean Keweenaw fall air!

Fall Color Rating: 🍁🍁🍁🍁⚪

(Photo: Mount Bohemia)

Northern Keweenaw 

Eagle Harbor to Copper Harbor

Update: 10/15/2025

Location: Brockway Mountain Scenic Drive

Notes: Slow down and enjoy the autumn views as you drive up Brockway Mountain - plenty of turn offs for epic photos at the overlooks!

Fall Color Rating: 🍁🍁🍁🍁⚪

Western Keweenaw 

McLain State Park, Eagle River, Great Sand Bay

Update: 10/16/2025

Location: Eagle River, MI

Notes: Lake Superior's touch slowed the turn to autumn, but the colors are well underway near Eagle River. Enjoy before the Gales of November blow them away!

Fall Color Rating: 🍁🍁🍁🍁⚪