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Browse One-of-a-Kind Ceramics in Tawas City

Sometimes, some serious retail therapy is needed during our travels and the Tawas area offers a whole host of artisan makers and craftsmen that make shopping an exciting time to discover something new or find our old favorites. In Tawas, shop the artisan-made ceramics of Summerfield Pottery for...

Perchville USA

The Tawas Bay area’s annual winter festival, Perchville USA, takes place from January 31st to February 3rd. Activities include a kick-off breakfast, “chilly” cook-off, polar Bear plunge, fishing competitions, parade, softball on ice, and much more! Thousands of spectators flock...

Open for Business: Tawaste Yoga Studio

You’ve heard the word before but what does it really mean? Formed from a combination of two Sanskrit words that translate to ‘I bow to you,’ namaste is a meaningful greeting or salutation of respect that expresses acknowledgment from one soul to another. In other words, the...

Sunrise Side Wine & Hops Trail

Winter may be one of the best times to enjoy the Sunrise Side Wine & Hops Trail. With seven wineries and three microbreweries (and no crowds!), you’re guaranteed to have a great time discovering the flavors of our region on Michigan’s friendliest wine trail. As you travel, take...

Hale Yes Winterfest

The drive west to Hale for the township’s annual Winterfest is half the reason why you should go. With twenty miles on River Road, the National Scenic Byway that follows the Au Sable River, you’re guaranteed to catch sight of some breathtaking views of our pristine winter landscape....

Huron Snowmobile Trail

Oscoda is the eastern gateway to Michigan’s snowmobile trail and at the Huron House, your location couldn’t be any better. If you’re an outdoor adventurer, thrill-seeker, or winter sports fanatic, Oscoda is the town for you this season. The Huron Snowmobile Trail connects to...

Shop for Artisan Jewelry in Tawas

There’s plenty to do in and around Oscoda, but taking a short road trip south to East Tawas and the Tawas Bay ensures you’ll never run out of activities and sightseeing locations. It’s also a prime spot for some serious retail therapy (commonly referred to as “shopping...

Bike Along the Shoreline of Lake Huron

Few things can compare with a Sunrise Side bike excursion along the shoreline of Lake Huron. As one of the most ecologically diverse regions in the entire state, the Huron coast features marshes, cobble and sand beaches, low dunes, meadows, ferns, conifer forests, islands, and swamps providing...

Fall Foliage at Foote Pond Overlook

Located at the mouth of the Au Sable River, Oscoda is known for its proximity to the huge Huron National Forest. Within its wild borders, visitors will find the River Road National Scenic Byway and all it has to offer: scenic vistas, endangered wildlife, and access to hiking and driving tours....

Get it Fresh: Oscoda’s Farm Market

To truly get to know a place, you have to eat its food. So, it’s only natural that we suggest some fresh, locally-grown food and produce during your stay. There’s no better place than the Northeast Michigan Regional Farm Market held every Wednesday from 9 AM to 2 PM at Shoreline Park...

Put Your Golf Game to the Test at Tawas Creek

A staple in the community since the 1940s, Tawas Creek Golf Course offers a pleasant experience for golfers of any skill level. Located just south of the Huron National Forest along the shores of Lake Huron, the tranquil setting in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula is unparalleled. The eighteen-...

Your Last Chance at the Beaches

Summer is just about over so it’s now or never if you’re visiting and want to experience some of the area’s beaches. It is the Great Lakes, after all, and you shouldn’t be heading home without first pushing your toes into our famous sugar sand and sharing a romantic walk...

Plan Your Golf Getaway with the Huron House

Ranked first by Golf Digest in the US for Best New Resort Course, the Lakewood Shores golf resort offers three unique world-class golf experiences. Tackle the newest course, Blackshire, or enjoy the classic parkland design of the Seradella with over 50,000 flowers displayed. Or maybe the...

Canoe Racing in Oscoda

Canoeing has an ancient history on this continent, but Oscoda’s HUP race celebrates the parts about Oscoda’s history and heritage is rooted in the waters of the Au Sable River and canoeing has always been a regular part of life in the region. Canoes provide us with a rare vantage...

Learn to Kiteboard on Tawas Bay

From kiteboarding and kayaks to paddleboards and full-on sailing, Tawas Bay knows its water sports. Some might say a little better than we know our biking, hiking, woodland exploring, and snowmobiling, but that’s a matter of opinion. Either way, it’s summertime so we are taking to...

Your Golf Getaway Starts with the Huron House

Schedule a golf getaway with some friends and a stay at the Huron House or pass some time on the green while you’re here to escape the stresses of daily life. Either way, if being outdoors helps you relax, unwind, and just feel all around better, book some tee time at Red Hawk Golf Club....

The Best Places to Fish for the 2018 Free Fishing Weekend

Just a short time more and it’s Free Fishing Weekend in Michigan! On June 9th and 10th, take advantage of all the great lakes and rivers Michigan has to offer. Pack you waders, bring your rod, and book your room at the Huron House. It’s about time you escape and enjoy the peaceful...

Attend the Tawas Point Migration

There’s no denying it; Michigan’s Sunrise Coast has one of the most unique and diverse ecosystems in the world. The wetlands and massive expanses of forest have made the region a mecca for biodiversity and a haven for migratory birds. It’s also one of the most picturesque...

Set Sail for Tawas Bay’s Heritage Coast Sail Days

Step on board this May, and step into a different world for the Heritage Coast Sail Days, a two-month period when the schooner Appledore V makes port in East Tawas. The steel hulled Gaff rigged schooner was once the crown jewel of Great Lakes navigation and represents the rich maritime heritage...

Plan an Oscoda Adventure at Hunt’s Canoes and Miniature Golf

Looking for a fun and affordable day of adventure and date night that you don’t even have to leave Oscoda for? Visit Hunt’s for an afternoon on the Au Sable River and a game of miniature golf. Once known as Kibby’s River Bank, Hunt’s Miniature Golf course is the oldest in...

Explore the Huron-Manistee National Forest on a Wildlife Viewing Tour

It’s always fun to take a walk on the wild side. In this case, it’s a drive as you guide your own way through the Huron-Manistee National Forest. With over 400 known species of birds and 200 other species of wildlife, you are in one of the country’s best locations for wildlife...

Celebrate the Start of Spring on the Highbanks Trail in Oscoda, MI

March 20th is the first day of spring, and even if you’re a winter adventurist or snowmobile savant, you can’t deny that you’re looking forward to the warm weather, bright colors, and outdoor activities. In Oscoda, the beautiful natural woodlands that once covered...

Canoe the Coast of Lake Huron

Enjoy the cool waters of the Au Sable River and Lake Huron this spring on the Oscoda-Au Sable Blueway. As part of the larger 20-mile Huron Shores Coastal Water Trail that runs from Tawas Point to Greenbush, the Blueway allows visitors to paddle the coast of Oscoda, Cedar Lake, and the lower Au...

Dine Out at Northwoods Steakhouse in East Tawas, MI

With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, it’s time to plan your romantic getaway to the serenity of Oscoda and the Huron House. When you get here, you will find yourself charmed by the private fireplaces in each room, king-sized bed, luxury linens, and room service breakfast, as...