This Lake Tour In Wisconsin Is The Perfect Way To See The Fall Colors Like Never Before
By Ben Jones|Published October 10, 2022
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Ben Jones is at heart an adventurer who delights in inspiring others. A former reporter and photojournalist, he explored towns large and small as a Wisconsin correspondent for USA Today. He later became a lead photographer and senior copywriter for an award-winning destination marketing agency, before founding Boldland Creative, a company that produces photography, video, and other content for travel destinations. Jones has completed photography and content projects in more than 15 states and when he’s not looking through a camera or at his Macbook you’ll find him exploring the world’s lakes and forests.
There’s a fall tradition that’s as beautiful as it is timeless. Every autumn, Lake Geneva visitors take to the water to experience some of the state’s best fall colors. Lake Geneva Cruise Line offers this special fall experience, and there’s a seat on the boat waiting for you, as long as you’re up for a relaxing outing on the lake and the chance to see some stunning fall leaves. Here’s why you should buy a ticket this fall for the best Wisconsin fall color boat ride.
Lake Geneva has been a getaway spot since the 1800s when wealthy Chicago residents built opulent lakeside retreats. Many of the old mansions are still there, and today Lake Geneva is one of the state’s top vacation destinations.
The fall cruises run for about two hours, and they take you all over the lake as they follow the shoreline. The cruises offer a chance to soak up the beauty of nature while learning about the community’s historic lakeside estates.
The cruises are all about relaxing and having a good time. An onboard snack bar and a cash bar will help make your adventure on the water even more enjoyable.
As you cruise the lake, you’ll be part of an experience that generations have enjoyed. The original Lake Geneva excursion yachts began cruising the lake in the 1870s.
Today, the Lake Geneva Cruise Line’s boats all offer a throwback experience. The fleet includes vessels of various ages. They are all very well maintained and have been around for a while. The flagship Lady of the Lake was built in 1962, and the oldest boat in the fleet has been in service for more than a century!
Timing the best fall colors is as much an art as a science in Wisconsin – they can turn very quickly! A good time to cruise the lake is mid-to-late October. But any day on the water is a good day!