If you're longing for the freedom and adventure of your youth, a wintertime getaway to the Sunrise Side of Michigan is the perfect escape from the stresses of everyday life. Release your inhibitions and recapture that youthful feeling by enjoying some fun wintertime activities that will have you feeling like a kid again.
The Beauty of Iargo Springs and Lumberman's Monument, MI
In any season, nothing calms the spirit quite like a trek through the great outdoors. But there's something special about experiencing Oscoda's natural landmarks in the frosty white winter. With panoramic views of the majestic AuSable River, these two stops on the River Road Scenic Byway each provide a unique sense of peace in the chill of winter.
If you're making an escape to the Sunrise Side of Michigan this winter, create a unique getaway experience you'll never forget by reserving your own private igloo on the beach at Huron House. There's no better way to get cozy with the one you love.
For couples who enjoy finding adventure together in the great outdoors, northern Michigan's snowy landscapes offer plenty of options for active outdoor dates. There's winter fun abound on world-class groomed trails within minutes from our lakeside getaway – from hiking and snowshoeing to cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. But if you want to experience a Michigan winter on wheels, fat biking is not to be missed!
Get ready to witness the gorgeous trails and picturesque outdoors along the Eagle Run Hiking Trail and the Foote Pond Overlook & Champagne Hill.
Eagle Run Hiking Trail runs along the south shore of the Lower Au Sable River. It's located at an 18-minute beautiful drive away from the BnB and caters to everyone— solo travelers, groups, families, couples, and pet-owners.
Along a relaxing 45-minute drive north, escape to some of the best fall colors our area has to offer to reach the charming town of Alpena.
During your stay at the Huron House, plan to discover the many miles of trails in nearby Huron National Forest or explore Oscoda’s birding trails for some of the best hiking in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Blanketed in the vibrant warm colors of autumn, some of the region’s most beautiful vantage points can be found along the River Road/National Scenic Byway of the Au Sable River and its surrounding ridges, rolling hills and scenic vistas.
Beginning September 15th and through October 15th, take a scenic Fall Color Tour aboard one of Oscoda’s top attractions, the Au Sable River Queen. For more than fifty years, this unique paddlewheel riverboat, the only one of its kind in northern Michigan, has introduced visitors to the beauty of Oscoda and its picturesque Au Sable River.
While staying at the Huron House, you have numerous golf courses to choose from within a 30-minute radius. Our area is perfect for enjoying the breathtaking natural beauty of the outdoors while playing your favorite game.
In Japan, they practice “forest bathing” or shinrin-yoku (shinrin means “forest” and yoku means “bath.”) This is not hiking, jogging or taking photographs. Rather it’s the meditative and considered practice of taking in the forest through all of your senses. If you haven’t heard of forest bathing, read this article from Time magazine that defines what it is and how to do it.