Let's Visit the Tawas Area, MI
In this video, I head to Tawas Point State Park which features Lake Huron and the Tawas Point Lighthouse, East Tawas, and Tawas City. I show some areas along the shore, the different boardwalks, and a view of downtown East Tawas.
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Let's Visit Port Austin, MI
In this video, I head up to Port Austin, MI, located near the tip of the Thumb of Michigan. I check out the downtown area as well as walk out on the pier reaching out into Lake Huron. You can also see a distant breakwater lighthouse from afar.
Great Getaways: Tawas City Park
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Newman Street in downtown East Tawas offers an especially appealing and pedestrian friendly experience, with beautifully landscaped greenbelt areas and tree-lined sidewalks featuring brick pavers and exposed aggregate concrete; all finished off with decorative street lamps, bike racks, benches, street-level planters and hanging floral baskets. Newman Street's inviting atmosphere extends right down to the waterfront, where East Tawas City Park and the East Tawas State Harbor Dock are a hub of the area's recreational opportunities.
Alpena, Michigan: America's Favorite Small Town Adventure
Heritage and history collide with relaxed outdoor adventure in this modern city found on nature's doorstep. Alpena, Michigan is known as the Sanctuary of the Great Lakes. A haven from the stresses of everyday life. Explore shipwrecks; hike, bike and ski the trails; swim and sail the inland lakes; snorkel shipwrecks in Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary waters and then relax over wine with friends downtown before taking in a live theater show. The charm of the American small town is found here on the shores of Lake Huron. Let the waves wash your worries away.
Let's Visit the Iargo Springs
In this video, I head over to the Iargo Springs, a part of the Huron National Forest, located between Hale, MI and Oscoda, MI. I take the 300-step journey down to the springs as they empty out into the Au Sable River basin.
Great Getaways: Tawas Beach Resort - Tawas, MI
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Tawas Bay Beach Resort is four seasons of fun. It doesn't have to be summer to have fun at our beach. Topsiders Restaurant is open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, offering breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. This is casual fine dining with a view of the bay! Enjoy live bands or a DJ in our lounge on the weekends, and comedy night on Thursdays in the winter. The Bikini Bar is located on the beach and serves a wide variety of tropical drinks and international cocktails. Enjoy casual lunches such as hamburgers, chicken sandwiches and brats at Bikini Bar.
Let's Visit Holly Recreation Area
Located in Groveland Township, MI (east of Holly, MI), Holly Recreation Area offers great hiking, fishing, and swimming opportunities. The recreation area also offers a campground where you can stay for a night or two. I check out some of the different areas in the park including some of the lakes and hiking trails.
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Great Getaways: Iargo Springs - Tawas, MI
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Located on the River Road Scenic Byway, this site, considered a holy place by native
Americans, offers a breathtaking view of the AuSable River Valley from a 30' high observation deck. For the adventurous, walk down 294 steps and enter a mystical place where underground springs come together and form cold water streams. Walk along the elevated boardwalk and enjoy the serenity.
Great Getaways Manistique Day Trips
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In additional to all the incredible local attractions like Big Springs The Mirror of Heaven Indian Lake, Sceney Wildlife Sanctuary and Lake Michigan the Manistique Area is the most centrally located spot for all the best U.P. attractions. We have put together a list of day trips that will make your trip to Schoolcraft County a memorable one and keeping you coming back year after year.