A trip to grab doughnuts and cider is a classic rite of autumn in Michigan , and you may even get to enjoy fall colors on the way.

From metro Detroit to Kalamazoo, the Flint area and beyond, there are dozens of local cider mills to patronize this season. Many offer family-friendly activities and a chance to pick your own pumpkins or seasonal produce.

Some Michigan cider mills are already harvesting apples and making the refreshing drink, while also selling a variety of sweet baked goods. Other businesses are just days away from launching their fall seasons.

The seasonal tradition dates back centuries and represents a cornerstone of local agriculture, with Michigan business owners carrying on family legacies of 19th century mills, serving up sweet treats for communities across the

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