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Hiking boots for Michigan Center in October
Verdict
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Hiking boots depend on your itinerary, not the weather — pack them if you're on trails.
Why
Michigan Center in October averages highs of 60°F, lows of 41°F, 12 rainy days.
That climate makes hiking boots a judgment call. Hiking boots depend on your itinerary, not the weather — pack them if you're on trails.