Nothing beats the Great Lakes region when it comes to the fall colors. Many tourism bureaus spent years putting their attention on New England, and honestly, that’s ok. The Great Lakes still remain a precious spot that non-Midwesterners wouldn’t even consider! As a Wisconsinite, I feel so lucky to have been raised in this part of the country.
This past weekend, I trekked far up north. The colors are starting to turn brighter, but not quite peak. I attended a family event in a no-so-known corner of the Northwoods (as we call it). I was reminiscing with my family about the generations before me who have always vacationed in that specific area. Its nature, lake chain, quiet resorts, and community feel are all very unique. Roads that wind through the national forest make for some of the most beautiful rides through the trees. And now that the fall colors are coming through, it’s even more breathtaking.
Although I travel the world, the Northwoods is my second home. Having grown up camping in that area, makes me grateful for the privilege of having such a beautiful place to vacation, somewhere tried and true. Peaceful and beautiful. Wisconsin is hardly on anyone’s radar as far as a travel destination. Locals like it that way, though. Our summers aren’t triple digits (or very seldom). Our fall weather calls for cozy clothes, warm beverages, and full of festivals that celebrate the end of a harvest season. And winter? Well, it’s not for the weak, let’s just say. That said, we’re built to handle the cold and still find a way to entertain ourselves even during the coldest of temperatures. Maybe that’s why we drink more brandy than anywhere else in the world. But! Our area of the world is incredible for the outdoor lover. Wisconsinites (and midwesterners, if I can generalize) treasure our nature. And even though autumn comes and goes every year, never pass up the opportunity to appreciate Mother Nature and her paintbrush.
