Muskegon County, MI – Explore the best of Michigan’s autumn foliage at your own pace with the Depot to Depot self-guided Fall Color Tour in Muskegon County. This scenic route follows the historic West Michigan Pike Byway, stretching from the Muskegon South Pierhead Light at Pere Marquette Beach to the White River Light Station on the White Lake Channel. Visitors can enjoy sweeping lakeshore views, fall colors, and countryside while exploring local attractions along the way.
Start your adventure at one or both of Muskegon County’s century-old train depots. The Muskegon Union Depot, opened in 1895 in the Richardsonian Romanesque style, features red brick and sandstone construction, train memorabilia, public art sculptures, and a classic caboose. The White Lake Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau depot offers sweeping views of White Lake and the historic 90702 caboose, which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2024. The nearby White River Light Station is celebrating its 150th birthday this year, making it a special highlight along the route
At each depot, visitors can pick up a free scenic route map, insider tips, and autumn postcards, which can even be mailed for free during depot hours. Stop at both locations to collect the full postcard series as a keepsake of your fall adventure. Prefer to plan ahead? Download your map online to start your journey.
Travel the West Michigan Pike Byway at your own pace, plan your route, and make stops to enjoy local shops, restaurants, historic sites, and outdoor attractions along the route. Full details, tips, and downloadable maps for the self-guided tour are available at the Visit Muskegon and White Lake Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau websites. Visitors can also find seasonal fall specials, deals, and packages on the Visit Muskegon “Plan Your Visit” page.
Discover Michigan’s autumn colors, plan your Depot to Depot self-guided tour, and create memorable fall experiences in Muskegon County. Share your photos and experiences on social media using #VisitMuskegon and #LIVEwhITelake.
Historic Depot Hours and Locations
Muskegon Union Depot
Muskegon County Convention & Visitors Bureau
610 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 9 am – 3 pm
Website: visitmuskegon.org
White Lake Train Depot
White Lake Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau
124 W Hanson, Whitehall, MI
Monday – Friday 9 am – 3 pm
Website: whitelake.org
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