Johnny Panther Quests Adventure Trips: Take in breathtaking views of the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge with an expert who’s been boating these waters his entire life! Join Johnny Panther Quests on an adventurous outing that will immerse you in fall color — as you watch deer drinking from streams, bald eagles diving and fishing, and egrets at leisure. Enjoy your cruise on a shallow-draft boat through what’s lovingly referred to by this local guide as the "Everglades of Michigan.”

Frankenmuth Aerial Park: Take your color tour to new heights with six unique ropes courses for ziplining and climbing right through the trees at Frankenmuth Aerial Park! A leaf-peeping excursion like no other, pause just long enough on each platform to take in the brilliant hues around you, and feel the rush as you zipline through the trees! Check out the fan-favorite FrankenZip course, with seven long ziplines at varying heights.

Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge: Discover radiant hues and wildlife sightings galore at the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge is one of the largest and most productive wetland ecosystems in the state and home to migratory birds, fish, turtles, and other wildlife. Enjoy the bounty of fall scenery along the Woodland and Ferguson Bayou trails, keep your eyes peeled for bald eagles and other migratory birds — and be sure to watch for special park closures during hunting season.

Bavarian Belle Riverboat: Float in tranquility down the tree-lined Cass River in Frankenmuth aboard the iconic Bavarian Belle Riverboat. Get your tickets to see the spectacular fall color show from the water, and learn about the history and architecture of "Little Bavaria." Enjoy your one-hour narrated tour aboard this 150-passenger vessel on the upper or lower deck, your preference (and depending on the weather).

Frankenmuth FunShips: Take a one-of-a-kind boat ride through autumn foliage along the Cass River with Frankenmuth FunShips. Relax aboard an electric-powered, 12-passenger tour boat for a 30-Minute or 1-Hour River Tour, and relish in the hues of Frankenmuth and the surrounding countryside. Or, experience spectacular fall colors and flavors on a Wine & Chocolate River Tour! Sip five wines while you’re on the water, each expertly paired with a handmade chocolate, and enjoy the souvenir glass!

Bay City Boat Lines: Board the Princess Wenonah with Bay City Boat Lines to experience fall in all its glory along the Saginaw River. Watch the hues change along the bank from green to gold and everything-in-between as you drift away on a smooth cruise (and maybe even dance on deck)! With Saginaw River Guided Tours, Carefree Cruisin' dinner cruises, and even Rock the Boat concert cruises, float your way through fall!

The Tridge: Discover autumnal hues and Midland's Tridge, a three-legged pedestrian footbridge spanning the confluence of the Tittabawassee and Chippewa Rivers. Walk along the 180-foot spans that link recreational areas with Downtown Midland, or relax alongside the Tridge, savor the scenery, and enjoy a peaceful picnic on the river bank. The Tridge is iconic to the area, and it’s a can’t-miss spot for leaf-peeping!

Grandpa Tiny's Heritage Farm: Get lost and find your way back to the working historical Grandpa Tiny’s Heritage Farm, where towering stalks of golden corn line a Corn Maze purposely plotted to stump even the best of puzzlers! Sip on cider and enjoy sweet donuts while you experience the harvest season. Pick a pumpkin from the patch, pet and feed farm animals, and enjoy rural heritage in the heart of Frankenmuth.