09/23/2026
Starting October 17th in Michigan, you can ride the “Fall Color Tour” train aboard the Southern Michigan Railroad, rolling through the countryside between Tecumseh and Clinton during one of the prettiest times of year. For about two hours, this old-fashioned train ride carries you along Lenawee County’s historic rail line as colorful trees, quiet woods, open stretches, and the waters around Red Millpond pass beside the train. Keep watch for wildlife along the tracks and reflections of the fall leaves across the water. You can make the ride even more memorable by choosing an open-air gondola for wide-open views, a classic commuter coach, or one of the railroad’s vintage cabooses. The trip includes about 45 minutes of riding each way plus a 30-minute stop at Clinton Station. During the layover, you can sip complimentary apple cider from Kapnick Orchards, browse the gift shop, and get a closer look at historic railroad equipment. Trains run Saturdays and Sundays in October and early November, with departures at 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. Adult tickets are $25, and the railroad runs rain or shine.
