Top Places to Spot Fall Foliage in Fox Cities
The Ultimate Midwest Fall Experience: Our natural surroundings have their colorful fall foliage on full display making autumn the perfect time to visit the Fox Cities!
Top Scenic Spots in the Fox Cities
Bubolz Nature Preserve – 4815 N Lynndale Dr., Appleton, WI 54913
At Bubolz, exquisite trails await for hiking (cross-country skiing and snow shoe available in winter season) and a lodge that houses a variety of amenities – Nature Nook Library, Meeting/Event Space, Wedding Space, and Kenna’s Kabin (play area for children).
Cost: Free Admission for Spring, Summer and Fall – Donations are always appreciated!
High Cliff State Park – N7630 State Park Rd., Sherwood, WI 54169
High Cliff State Park is located on Lake Winnebago (the largest lake in Wisconsin) and has five different hiking trails. Be sure to check out the 40-foot observation tower as it allows visitors to see the cities of Appleton, Oshkosh, Neenah, Menasha and Kaukauna.
Cost: Vehicle Admission Stickers – each vehicle entering the park is required to purchase an admission sticker. There are rates for both annual and daily admission.
Classic Autumn Activities - Apples, Pumpkins, and Corn Mazes - Oh My!
Please note that the orchards listed below may vary in service and product offering. If you are visiting specifically for apples or pumpkins, please be sure to call ahead or check online to determine if that particular item is available.
Bauer’s Apple Shed – (920) 757-6187
W7763 Wisconsin Rd., Hortonville
Prepicked and Pick Your Own Apples
Pumpkins and Gourds
Hofacker’s Hillside Orchard – (920) 734-0780
W3964 Wege Rd., Freedom
Cash or Check Only (ATM available)
Prepicked and Pick Your Own Apples
Corn Maze
Bakery Items + Soft Serve Ice Cream (weekends)
Pumpkins (not available yet – call ahead for most updated timeline)
Schroeder’s Orchard – (920) 731-9364
9458 State Rd., Neenah
Prepicked Apples
Orchard Craft House (hours of operation may vary)
Sharky’s Orchard – (920) 209-2172
W3045 Emons Rd., Appleton
Prepicked and Pick Your Own Apples
Spranger’s Orchard – (920) 450-9392
W2100 County Rd. KK, Kaukauna
Pick Your Own Apples
Honey, Peaches, Pickles & Caramel Apples
Star Orchard – (920) 759-9294
253 County Rd. CE, Kaukauna
Prepicked and Pick Your Own Apples
Caramel Apples and Apple Ciders (weekends – starting mid-September)
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4815 N Lynndale Dr Appleton, Wisconsin 54913 (920) 731-6041 Website
N7630 State Park Rd Sherwood, Wisconsin 54169-9615 (920) 989-1106 Website
253 Country Trunk CE Kaukauna, Wisconsin 54130 (920) 760-4024 Website
W2100 County Trunk KK Kaukauna, Wisconsin 54130 (920) 733-6739
W3964 Wege Rd Appleton, Wisconsin 54913 (920) 734-0780 Website
W7763 Wisconsin Ave. Hortonville, Wisconsin 54944 (920) 757-6187 Website