Things to Do

River Road National Scenic Byway

22-mile National Scenic Byway through Huron National Forest paralleling the Au Sable River — high bluffs, historic dams, logging heritage, and year-round recreation

Westgate Welcome Center & Overlook

Western gateway to the River Road Scenic Byway with viewing deck, interpretive signing, and panoramic vistas of Loud Dam Pond

Iargo Springs

Outdoor education area with displays on history, geology, and plant and animal life, plus boardwalk stairs to natural springs

Lumberman's Monument & Visitor Center

14-foot bronze statue of three lumbermen honoring Michigan's logging history, with visitor center, outdoor displays, and panoramic river views

Au Sable River

World-class trout fishing, canoeing, and kayaking on Michigan's blue ribbon stream

Au Sable River Canoe & Kayak Rental

Canoe, kayak, and tube rentals on the Au Sable River

Lake Huron Beaches

Miles of sugar-sand shoreline along Lake Huron with sunrise views

Oscoda Beach Park & Pier

Sandy Lake Huron beach with pier, playground, and pavilions

Au Sable River Canoe Marathon

World's longest canoe race — 120 miles through the night

Whirlpool River Access

Accessible river access near Cooke and Foote dams with boat launch for small fishing boats and canoes, plus boardwalk to fishing area

Bidigares Charter Service

Located on quiet, almost private, Bayou on the Au Sable River Bayou only a few hundred yards upstream from Lake Huron. In addition we rent boat slips, pontoons, and fishing boats at the Riverview Mari

Heritage Coast Sailing and Rowing

Heritage Coast Sailing and Rowing Inc. (HCS&R) is a Michigan not for profit corporation and a federal 501(c)3 organization. HCS&R incorporated in February 2012. Our purpose is to encourage boat buildi

Jerry's Marina

Jerry's Marina operates as a full service marina with over 200 boat slips, complete repair and service department, parts and accessories. Services: Full Service Mechanical - Engine maintenance and rep

North Country Canoe Rental

North Country Canoe Rental is located in Oscoda, MI and provides outfitting and operations for individuals, groups and families along the AuSable River. NCCR offers a variety of watercraft and trip op

Oscoda Canoe Rental

Cano, Kayak or Tubing trips Call for a reservation and arrive 1/2 hour before your scheduled trip! 2 hour and 4 hour trips available.

River Ratz Rental

River Ratz Rental is proud to be your pontoon boat, jet ski and moped rentals in Oscoda Michigan. Our number one goal is to make your vacation a blast for the whole family. A vacation should truly be

Sunny Buns Watercraft Rental, Inc.

All the equipment you need to have for a great day out on the water! Pontoons, Wave runners, Jet skis, Paddle boards. We work on docks, hoist and shrink-wrap too. We strongly recommend you reserve you

Tiki Beach Club

Highbanks Trail

7-mile point-to-point trail along towering bluffs above the Au Sable — dramatic river views, access from Iargo Springs to Sawmill Point

Au Sable River Trail

Paved 4.5-mile riverside trail for walking and biking

Foote Site Park & Dam

Canoer's Memorial with panoramic views of Cooke Dam Pond, plus Foote Pond Overlook and Foote Dam access

AuSable Valley Trail Riders Association

The Association provides a place for those who love to ride their snowmobiles, and a place to meet with others of a like mind. We primarily cover Iosco and Alcona Counties, and work closely with Parks

Iosco Exploration Trail

This trail system offers activities such as biking, hiking, birding, and more. It is to connect communities in Iosco County and stimulate local economy. Purpose - Promote additional recreation options

Huron National Forest

400,000+ acres of forest trails, camping, and wilderness recreation

McCormick Park & Recreation Area

Community park with playground, concerts, and events

Lakewood Shores Golf Resort

Two top-rated championship courses in pine-forested terrain

AuSable Oscoda Historical Society & Museum

Museum Exhibits Include: Indian artifacts, commercial fishing, shipping, ship wrecks, logging, Paul Bunyan legend, railroads, lighthouses, the AuSable River and its dams, the fire of 1911, Wurtsmith A

Wurtsmith Air Museum

The Wurtsmith Air Museum is an all volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of the history of Wurtsmith Air Force Base and aviation in NE Michigan. Three hangars of military an