Forget Going Up North: Kent County Has A Fall Colors Tour Of Its Own
If you want the pinnacle fall experience, Michigan's Upper Peninsula is the place to go. It has been named the best place for fall colors for three years in a row, and as someone who makes that trip to see the leaves, it's absolutely worth it. But sometimes a trip isn't in the schedule (or your wallet, given gas prices right now).
But you don't have to go far from home to get a taste of the leaves. With Grand Rapids' fall colors nearing their peak, plenty of great views are just around the corner. Thanks to the Kent County Road Commission (KCRC) and Kent County Parks Department, a map shows the best spots around the county for those fall views, with one key new feature to make exploring even easier.
Kent County Fall Colors Tour 2026
Kent County's annual Fall Colors Tour returns in 2026, offering locals photogenic, scenic spots to enjoy the changing seasons without hours of driving.
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This year, a new update to the color tour lets you sync the map with Google Maps, so you can let your GPS do the work and sit back and enjoy the ride. Otherwise, you can view the map and pick a route like always.
Top spots for a fall trip around Kent County include Fallasburg Covered Bridge in Lowell, Fisk Knob Park in Cedar Springs, and the Camelback Bridge in Cascade. You can view
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The Grand River During Peak Fall Leaf Changing Time
Gallery Credit: Tommy McNeill
