Feeling it?

Fall...for those of us who loved this long, beautiful summer, it is hard to believe it is over so soon. But the effects are lingering. The warm weather has delayed our peak season by a couple of weeks - forecasts have it coming in mid-October. Good news is the lush, healthy trees should give us a spectacular splash of color this year.
But do not let the delay of peak color keep you inside waiting. It is a beautiful time of year for a visit to the lake or a hike on the trails. It is the time of year for leisurely walking - letting your senses absorb your surroundings.
For instance, on a delightful day like today you not only feel the crispness in the air, but the warmth of the sun.

Let the chipmunks and squirrels do the scurrying. Many of our trails provide benches to stop and enjoy the clear lakes, or listen to the call of the geese as they are forming up for their fall pilgrimage.

You may catch sight of lumbering bears or frisky fawns. A wide variety of mushrooms have popped up along the trails. The plop of acorns dropping from trees also alert us to this beautiful autumn season.

So, throw on the sweater, grab your walking stick, put a fresh apple in your pocket and visit one of the many trails of Roscommon County.

We would love to see pictures you capture along the way. Be sure to submit them to our photo contest.
Vacation Views @ Michigan's Other Great Lakes PHOTO CONTEST!
Submit your vacation/staycation photos to info@visithoughtonlake.com to win prizes - contest open to anyone (except watermarked material) until October 15.
Snap away! Call 989-676-5330 or email info@visithoughtonlake.com for details and complete set of rules.