Happy Trails Haus Guide Book
Food scene
Great brewery in Gaylord! They also have yoga and beer events every Saturday! Check in with them via phone or website/Facebook for details!
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Snowbelt Brewing Co.
132 W Main StGreat brewery in Gaylord! They also have yoga and beer events every Saturday! Check in with them via phone or website/Facebook for details!
Great local spot for food and fun! Weekend outdoor patio games and live music as well! Right downtown.
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ALPINE TAVERN & EATERY
220 S Otsego AveGreat local spot for food and fun! Weekend outdoor patio games and live music as well! Right downtown.
Gobblers of Gaylord
900 South Otsego AvenueWho doesn't want Thanksgiving year round?!
The interior here is as authentic up north Michigan as it gets with all pine and wood. This local restaurant has GREAT food and drinks! It's located just down the street within biking distance. It's also a VERY popular stop for snowmobilers during the winter so it's always a fun time!
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Porter Haus
3885 Old Hwy 27 SThe interior here is as authentic up north Michigan as it gets with all pine and wood. This local restaurant has GREAT food and drinks! It's located just down the street within biking distance. It's also a VERY popular stop for snowmobilers during the winter so it's always a fun time!
This Longtime bar and grill offers classic steak & seafood dishes, pub grub & cocktails in rustic surroundings. Always a local favorite.
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Bennethum's Northern Inn
3917 Old 27 NThis Longtime bar and grill offers classic steak & seafood dishes, pub grub & cocktails in rustic surroundings. Always a local favorite.
This restaurant is unique to Gaylord. It has a fun but authentic German menu and it's always a good time. It's located downtown and part of the beer trail!
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Mary's Tavern
330 W Main StThis restaurant is unique to Gaylord. It has a fun but authentic German menu and it's always a good time. It's located downtown and part of the beer trail!
This cute downtown breakfast spot has an AMAZING menu and the food is delicious! It's open for lunch as well, but with a dish like banana bread french toast why go any other time!?
Marmalade & Co.
138 West Main StreetThis cute downtown breakfast spot has an AMAZING menu and the food is delicious! It's open for lunch as well, but with a dish like banana bread french toast why go any other time!?
Sightseeing
Parc des Elks de la Ville de Gaylord
116 Grandview BlvdAspen Park
Commerce BoulevardGreat trails for running and biking!
Hartwick Pines State Park has the largest continuous stand of old growth white pines in the Lower Peninsula. It's a great place to hike and see the beautiful fall colors.
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Parc d'État de Hartwick Pines
3612 State Park Dr Hartwick Pines State Park has the largest continuous stand of old growth white pines in the Lower Peninsula. It's a great place to hike and see the beautiful fall colors.
The Sturgeon River is a must see for nature and adventure enthusiasts. You can kayak, canoe and fish in the summer and you can even raft it in the winter! Contact local companies for innertube rentals as well for a nice scenic summer river float day!
Sturgeon River
The Sturgeon River is a must see for nature and adventure enthusiasts. You can kayak, canoe and fish in the summer and you can even raft it in the winter! Contact local companies for innertube rentals as well for a nice scenic summer river float day!
If you haven't heard of Treetops, here's just a small list of the incredibly fun activities they offer!
Golfing, Dining, Fat Tire Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, Dog Sledding, Snow Tubing, Sleighrides and more!
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Treetops Resort
3962 Wilkinson RdIf you haven't heard of Treetops, here's just a small list of the incredibly fun activities they offer!
Golfing, Dining, Fat Tire Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, Dog Sledding, Snow Tubing, Sleighrides and more!
Otsego ski resort is Michigan's best hidden alpine gem and it's now open to the public! Here you can golf, ski, snowboard or fine dine at one of 3 amazing restaurants! Enjoy a day on the slopes or just kick back and have a drink here, now that it's beauty is available for all of us to take in.
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Otsego Club And Resort
696 M-32Otsego ski resort is Michigan's best hidden alpine gem and it's now open to the public! Here you can golf, ski, snowboard or fine dine at one of 3 amazing restaurants! Enjoy a day on the slopes or just kick back and have a drink here, now that it's beauty is available for all of us to take in.
This Family-run museum (which has a theater & gift shop) features a variety of North American wildlife. Great for a rainy day and it's a nice way for the family to learn about the nature that surrounds Gaylord MI!
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Call of the Wild Museum
850 S Wisconsin AveThis Family-run museum (which has a theater & gift shop) features a variety of North American wildlife. Great for a rainy day and it's a nice way for the family to learn about the nature that surrounds Gaylord MI!
A great spot for kids and families offering go carts and mini golf!
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Bavarian Falls Park
850 S Wisconsin AveA great spot for kids and families offering go carts and mini golf!
Zipline, Disc Golf, Scenic Chair lift rides, Segway tours, biking, swimming, hiking, horse back riding. These are some of the activities that Boyne Mountain offers and it's only a 40 minute drive!
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Wildwood Rush
2575 Boyne City RdZipline, Disc Golf, Scenic Chair lift rides, Segway tours, biking, swimming, hiking, horse back riding. These are some of the activities that Boyne Mountain offers and it's only a 40 minute drive!
City/town information
The quaint city of Mackinaw at the tip of the mitten is 50 mintues away and with so much to see and do, a day trip here is a must! You can shop, site see, take the bridge over to the UP, check out historical sites like Fort Michilimackinac or visit one of the many museums. Across the bridge is St. Ignace, which is another GREAT town to visit with a lot to do. Did I mention the UP is kind of like stepping into a whole new unique place!?
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Mackinaw City
The quaint city of Mackinaw at the tip of the mitten is 50 mintues away and with so much to see and do, a day trip here is a must! You can shop, site see, take the bridge over to the UP, check out historical sites like Fort Michilimackinac or visit one of the many museums. Across the bridge is St. Ignace, which is another GREAT town to visit with a lot to do. Did I mention the UP is kind of like stepping into a whole new unique place!?
Higgins Lake has been listed as one of the world's most beautiful lakes. With it's crystal clear water and teal/blue hue's, it's the closest one can get to a tropical oasis here in the mitten! Higgins lake is only 30 minutes away and with four seasons of fun, you definitely don't want to pass this day trip up!
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Higgins Lake
Higgins Lake has been listed as one of the world's most beautiful lakes. With it's crystal clear water and teal/blue hue's, it's the closest one can get to a tropical oasis here in the mitten! Higgins lake is only 30 minutes away and with four seasons of fun, you definitely don't want to pass this day trip up!
Local Shops
For the avid outdoor enthusiast, this shop is a great stop for getting new gear, and did we mention they are dog friendly?!
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White Birch Outfitters
302 W Main StFor the avid outdoor enthusiast, this shop is a great stop for getting new gear, and did we mention they are dog friendly?!
Don't let the name fool you, this high end Eclectic shop with local artist pieces has something for everyone!
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Old Spud Warehouse
829 S Otsego AveDon't let the name fool you, this high end Eclectic shop with local artist pieces has something for everyone!
Outdoor Activities
Gaylord Disc Golf Course
600 E 5th StGreat little local disc golf course
Boathouse Marine & Power Sports
3819 Old Highway 27 SouthRent a pontoon or fishing boat for the day!
Tube, raft, canoe or kayak down the Sturgeon River!
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Sturgeon River Paddlesports
12961 S Straits HwyTube, raft, canoe or kayak down the Sturgeon River!
Conseils aux voyageurs
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Pack for the season
The winter's up here are cold, snowy and can be icy! Pack accordingly! Not to mention the cabin is very cozy when it's snowing, so a comfy sweater and pj's never hurt!
The summer and fall are beautiful, and you will want to get outside to enjoy! Pack your hiking and outdoor gear!
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Don't miss the Farmer's Market downtown on Saturdays 8-1!
Wednesday's and Saturdays 8-1 there is a wonderful farmers market downtown!
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Fall Color Spectacle!
The fall colors here in Northern Michigan are a bucket-list check! Don't miss them from Late September to mid October!