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Huron House owner, Al Heminger, has acquired a new boutique hotel in Saugatuck, Michigan overlooking the Kalamazoo Lake.  The Hotel Saugatuck, (formerly known as the Twin Gables Inn) will have the same luxurious amenities guests have fallen in love with at the Huron House Bed & Breakfast. Both properties offer a unique lodging experience for a romantic getaway or to celebrate a special milestone. You’ll be able to relax and reconnect with the one you love on the beachfront of Lake Huron or the shores of Lake Michigan. 

A prime location for cross-country skiers, you’ll find a variety of trails that will appeal to all skill levels.  The Highbanks Trails is a linear trail along the scenic AuSable River bluff.  Skiers and snowshoers travel along the same trails used by the loggers, in the day, to roll their timber into the river. Covering 14 miles, the trail is marked, but not groomed and is ideal for the beginner or intermediate skier. The view of mixed hardwood and pines from the Highlands Trail Lookout is spectacular on a cold and crisp winter day.

A beautiful Wildlife Preserve, Clark’s Marsh, is a vast wetland consisting of woodland ponds and old-growth forest. Numerous unpaved and flat grassy trails offer the perfect place to view a variety of wild birds. Fall is always a pretty time of year to view birds and the changing colors of fall.  Bring your binoculars for a glimpse of Marsh Wrens, Virginia Rails, Green Herons, Swamp Sparrows, Blue-headed Vireos, and numerous warblers.

From Oscoda to Hale, the Great River Road travels along the beautiful AuSable River past unspoiled wilderness, abundant wildlife and recreation areas. Long ago, Native Americans used this waterway for transporting timber and travel. Michigan’s awesome autumn spectacle will be bursting with brilliant shades of red, yellow and orange, and there’s no better way to enjoy it than a drive along the River Road National Scenic Byway

The “state stone” of Michigan is the Petoskey Stone that was officially designated in 1965.  It is not actually a stone but fossilized coral from prehistoric times. Over 350 million years ago, a shallow sea and coral colonies covered Michigan. A series of glaciers scraped and churned the land spreading the coral fossils along the Michigan shoreline. Today only these beautiful fossils remain.

Did you know that the number one state for highbush blueberry production is Michigan? Growers produce over 100 million pounds of blueberries every year. Most growers are located in southwest Michigan cultivating over 20 blueberry varieties; however, a few varieties will grow in the northern portion of Michigan.

The quaint haven of Tawas and East Tawas will host the annual Waterfront Fine Art Festival and the Tawas Uncork’d  & Untap’d Wine Festival this August.

A juried art show, the Waterfront Fine Art Festival celebrates its 55th year. Hosted by the Tawas Bay Art Council & Gallery, the festival will be held on August 1 and 2 at the Shoreline Park located in Tawas City. Over 100 artists will be on hand featuring a variety of fine art including paintings, pottery, sculpture, jewelry, hand carved wood, photography and more.

As spring wanes into summer, it is a great time to view the wildlife in the surrounding Huron National Forest.  A paddle trip down the Au Sable River is peaceful and provides spectacular views of the forest and plenty of wildlife…eagles, blue herons, geese, swans, ducks, beaver, deer and you might even see a bobcat. The Au Sable is a beautiful, pristine river due to restoration and conservation efforts since the end of the lumbering era. In addition to the endless forests and wildlife, views of high banks and meadows covered with wildflowers add to a quiet and relaxing getaway.

The fishing and observation pier in Oscoda enables visitors of all levels of physical ability to enjoy the beach and scenic views.  Oscoda is known for fishing walleye that can be as large as 30 inches and weighing up to 12 pounds. Take advantage of the free fishing weekend on June 13 & 14, 2015 – no license required. You can fish on both inland and Great Lakes’ waters for all species of fish. Be sure to make a stop at one of our local bait shops for your bait and tackle.

Just to the north of Oscoda is Thunder Bay located near a stretch of water that is considered one of the most treacherous in the Great Lakes.  Because it is prone to thick fog banks, unpredictable weather, rocky shoals, and strong sudden gales, it has claimed over 200 vessels. Known as “Shipwreck Alley” nearly 100 shipwrecks have been discovered in a 4,300-square mile area in and around Thunder Bay.

Michigan has a rich history of maple syrup that dates back to Native Americans. It is one of nature’s wonders. Collecting maple sap, used to produce the syrup, can only be done a few weeks in Spring or Fall. The best time to tap the maple trees for sap is when there are periods of freezing and thawing in order to get the sap flowing within the sugar maple tree. 

Located near Tawas City, Michigan, the Corsair Ski Trails offers 44 miles of groomed trails within the Huron National Forest. This cross-country ski trail system is considered one of the Midwest’s finest. Skiers of all levels can enjoy this network of trails and loops for a few hours or you can make it an entire weekend. The trails are groomed regularly and offer the classical double tracks skiing experience.

This Veteran’s Day take time to remember and honor the men and women of our armed services. The Veteran’s Memorial Park of Northeast Michigan, at the corner of Skeel Avenue and F-41, was created to provide a place to reflect and honor the dedication of those who served for our freedom. It is located in Oscoda on the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base.

Take advantage of the cooler Fall temperatures and spend a day biking through the Huron-Manistee National Forest. Comprising of a million acres of public lands, the Huron-Manistee extends across the northern lower peninsula of Michigan and provides year round recreational opportunities and a habitat for wildlife. Experience nature first hand and enjoy views of the AuSable River as you bike along the Eagle Run Trail.

At the Lakewood Shores Resort in Oscoda, you’ll find several link-style courses each offering a unique challenge.

Here in Oscoda, Michigan’s Sunrise Side, Fall arrives in late September through mid-October. The most scenic route to view fall foliage is US 23 aka the Sunrise Side Wine & Hops Trail.  Spend the day traveling from one unique wine or craft beer tasting to the next. As you travel either south or north from Oscoda, you’ll experience some of the most beautiful scenery and wildlife in Michigan.

A drive along the River Road National Scenic Byway that extends westward 22 miles from historic Oscoda, MI into the Huron-Manistee National Forest is one of Michigan’s many scenic byways. On your journey, you’ll find magnificent fall foliage and numerous ways to view the awesome autumn spectacle. 

There is a certain romance to being near the water. And strolling along the beach to see the sunset or sunrise can be magical. Nestled on the Lake Huron coast between Oscoda and Tawas, the Huron House Bed & Breakfast is Michigan's perfect romantic get-away place to relax and reconnect with the one you love.

Within the Huron-Manistee National Forest you’ll find miles of unique trails that transverse from coastal sand dunes to towering pines and hardwoods. It’s a naturalist’s dream.

No other state has more lighthouses than Michigan – over 150.  Many of the lighthouses were erected in the 1800’s to assist ships safely navigate the dark sky and guide them into port often through a rocky waters. Lighthouses are a special fascination.  Each is unique with its own characteristics and architecture and built to endure any type of weather conditions. Located along the shoreline, they offer spectacular views of sunrises and sunsets. Today many of these lighthouses have been preserved, some still operational and open to the public. 

This attraction is Temporarily Closed.  Visit their Facebook Page for Updates.

Join the celebration of the Annual AuSable River Canoe Marathon, North America’s toughest, richest canoe race.  The AuSable River Canoe Marathon, a.k.a. “The Marathon,” is a thrilling LeMans-style running-start canoe race that starts at night in Grayling and ends 120 miles later near the shores of Lake Huron in Oscoda, Michigan. The AuSable is one of the most beautiful free-flowing rivers in the United States.

The Lumberman’s Monument is dedicated to the workers of the early logging industry in Michigan. It was built in 1931 and is located in the Huron-Manistee National Forest that was heavily logged in the second half of the 19th century.  It stands 14 feet high on a bluff overlooking the scenic AuSable River.

On June 7 & 8, 2014 you can fish the waters of Lake Huron or the AuSable River FREE!  A fishing license is not required.  This is your opportunity to experience world class fishing.