Yates Cider Mill
Cider mill · Rochester Hills · Michigan
Founded in 1863 on the Clinton River in Rochester Hills, Yates has pressed cider since 1876 from the same water-turbine building it occupies today, one of Michigan's oldest continuously running businesses. Fall visitors queue for fresh cider and donuts beside the original mill machinery.
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Plan your visit
Historic mill open daily 9am-9pm in season; Canterbury Village open year-round
Dates from the official announcement, checked August 20, 2026. Always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: October 10–October 14
Color builds from October 3 · mostly bare by November 2
Sampled at Yates Cider Mill’s own coordinates and elevation (209 m) rather than a regional average.
47 weather points cover Michigan, and the model needs no correction to land on 2 published peak dates from smokymountains.com and almanac.com. This year's weather has the peak running 5 days earlier than a normal year. How the forecast works
When to go to Yates Cider Mill
You get about 18 days of color here, from the first turn through to roughly October 21. That is about 3 days later than Michigan as a whole.
Figure about 24 mi from Detroit.
Yates Cider Mill on the map
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Frequently asked
- When is Yates Cider Mill open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs May 1 – Dec 23. Historic mill open daily 9am-9pm in season; Canterbury Village open year-round. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does Yates Cider Mill peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 10–October 14 (best estimate October 12). Color starts around October 3 and is mostly bare by November 2.
- How do I get to Yates Cider Mill?
- Yates Cider Mill is in Rochester Hills. The closest city is Detroit, about 24 mi away. It's part of Michigan's fall lineup.
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