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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. The 22-mile road parallels the historic Au Sable River (River of Sand) providing visitors access to lush forests and breathtaking views, especially during the fall season.

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 along the miles of coastline. Check out these beaches and plan your trip to these sandy, freshwater oases. Don’t forget... you’re always welcome to stay in and just enjoy that breathtaking view we have right from the Huron House.

Three Mile Beach

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 viewing as well as one of the region’s most scenic places to explore. Pack a picnic and your birder’s manual and plan your outdoor excursion into the wild today!

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 Sable River and its ponds. The Oscoda stretch of Michigan’s Sunrise Coast is a scenic and serene adventure for anyone looking to have an unforgettable experience out on the water.

Northeast Michigan’s ARTrail is the interconnected creative communities along Michigan’s Sunrise Coast, full of cultural events, galleries, and shops that sell handmade wares and crafts. Traveling the ARTrail can be one of Michigan’s most interesting journeys, especially with the sun rising over the expanse of Lake Huron to the east. But besides the picturesque panorama of one of the Great Lakes, the ARTrail and the Sunrise Coast has much to offer in its artistic shops and storefront.

There are plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday season in the Lower Peninsula, but Oscoda knows how to have the most fun. On December 2^nd, the annual Northern Lights Parade will march its way through Oscoda to celebrate all the holiday spirit we have here in town. The lighted parade will start at dusk so spend the day around town shopping or spend the early afternoon at the Tawas Point Lighthouse for the Christmas at the Light event.

The hour-long drive north to Alpena is worth it when you arrive on time for your Shipwreck Tour in the 488-square-mile Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Instead of fish and sea creatures, though, this sanctuary protects one of America’s best collections of shipwrecks totaling more than 200. I know it sounds a little misleading: a shipwreck tour, on a boat, in a place called Shipwreck Alley is named Thunder Bay and is known to be the Great Lakes’ most treacherous waters.

Iargo Springs is one of the most beautiful attractions in Oscoda Township, with panoramic views of the famous AuSable River, wildflowers in bloom, and, of course, the natural spring itself. It’s no wonder Native American’s considered the traditional drinking source to be sacred ground for hundreds of years and believed the site’s waters held mystical powers. The springs are also a main feature on the River Road Scenic Byway, a nationally recognized piece of natural beauty.

Find some solace in the shaded area of Oscoda Beach Park at Lake Street this June for the Oscoda-AuSable Chamber of Commerce’s 34th Annual Art on the Beach. The show is a local favorite held the last full weekend in June, morning to evening, and showcases more than 100 artists from around the country. Find handmade arts, crafts, hobbies, and more near the shoreline of beautiful Lake Huron in downtown Oscoda.

Renting a canoe has never been easier with the Oscoda Canoe Rental in Oscoda. Take the Whirlpool starting point kayak trip, a six-mile route that will take about two hours. Bring your camera to capture some stunning photos of nature and wildlife from a point of view that can’t get any better. Expect to catch sight of eagles (even a bald eagle!), blue herons, beaver, bobcat, swans, and more.

Michigan is famous for its diverse wetland environment. Its low-elevation flats and massive forests surrounded by the ancient Great Lakes create a paradise for all types of animals, especially birds and birdwatchers from around the United States come to this region of Michigan to catch sight of some of Earth’s most beautiful creatures.