My dream is to see all of the Michigan lighthouses…

We’re kicking off the autumn posts a little bit early this year… but our fall color in the Upper Peninsula is already poppin’ off! I feel like… I wasn’t fully prepared! I haven’t even switched my wardrobe over from summer to autumn! But Harlow Lake is always my first spot for that early fall color… so I headed out there last week, and it was beautiful! I was excited to put together this monochromatic outfit… and am trying to utilize more of my wardrobe and get a little more creative this fall! I mean, it’s the best season for personal style, in my opinion! 🍂

Third and final stop on my trip in Michigan’s “Thumbcoast” is Marine City! It was wonderful to end my trip with a charming small town. The vibe here is more “Main Street Americana” feel. It’s a quaint, walkable, historic river town… and definitely more artsy, with antique shops, theaters, and great restaurants. I did some shopping on Water Street, enjoyed a wine flight, stayed at a historic B&B, and ate a delicious fish dinner, along with seeing my 111th lighthouse, the Peche Island Rear Range Lighthouse. Read on for details of my day in Marine City!

A little “lux” tucked between Port Huron and Marine City, St. Clair is all about slowing down. I stayed at the St. Clair Inn, a historic riverfront hotel that’s truly a destination in itself, with a pool, restaurant, and cocktail bar. The town is on the quieter side, but the river views and freighter watching are unmatched. Most of my time was spent between the pool and hot tub, the on-site restaurant, and enjoying the cozy room. While you’re in town, don’t miss a frozen chai from T.A.P. Café, a stroll along the world’s largest freshwater boardwalk, and a flight from War Water Brewery.