Local Attractions
- Higgins Lake, Houghton Lake, Lake St. Helen
- AuSable River, Manistee River, Muskegon River
- Cross Country and Downhill Skiing
- Direct Access to Snowmobile Trails
- ATV Trailhead within 10 Miles
- Two State Parks
- Scenic Beauty of Northen Michigan
State Parks
North Higgins Lake State Park
South Higgins Lake State Park
Lakes and Rivers
Higgins Lake – Designated the sixth most beautiful lake in the world. Great for boating, skiing, fishing, sailing and swimming. Boat and jet ski rental options available. Fish for Perch, Lake Trout, Bass, Pike and Bluegill. Two State Park access sites.
AuSable River - Famous for its’ world class Fly Fishing for Trout. Best know for its wonderful canoeing and kayaking.
Houghton Lake – Michigan’s largest inland lake. Great for boating and fishing. Boat and jet ski rental options available. Fish for Walleye, Pike, Bass and Bluegill.
Lake St. Helen – This is a manmade lake and popular with boaters and anglers. Fish for largemouth Bass, Crappie, Northern Mike, Walleye and Bluegill.
Muskegon River – Travel for miles in unspoiled wilderness.
The Cut River – Connects Higgins and Houghton Lakes
Manistee River – Located in Grayling. Deep, cold and fresh. Wonderful canoeing river.
Bait Shops
Higgins Lake Sport and Party
Located at 10028 W. Higgins Lake Drive, Roscommon
Phone: 989-821-9517
Lyman’s on the Lake in Houghton Lake
Located on M-55 west in Houghton Lake
Phone: 989-422-3231
Website: http://www.houghtonlakefishing.com/
Boat and Ski Rentals
B & B Marina – One mile east of North Higgins Lake State Park. Phone: 989-821-6549
South Higgins Lake State Park Store – Located Inside Park. Phone 989-821-5930
Lyman’s on the Lake – Located on M-55 west in Houghton Lake. Phone: 989-422-3231
Korbinski’s Marie - Located on M-55 in Prudenville. Phone 989-366-9500
Edgewater Beach Marina – Located on M-55 west in Houghton Lake. Phone 989-422-4221
Houghton Lake Marina – 13710 W. Shore Drive, Houghton Lake. Phone 989-422-7257
Cumberland Princess – Take a 2 ½ hour lunch or dinner cruise in Houghton Lake. Cruise departs from the Comfort Suites Waterfront Hotel. Phone 989-422-4000 Ext. 505
Family Fun
Wellington Farm Park
Grayling Fish Hatchery
Harwick Pines State Park
AuSable River Center
Michigan Firemen’s Memorial
Civilian Conservation Corps Museum & Hiking Trails
Cindy Lou’s Zoo
Historical Museum in Roscommon
Houghton Lake Historical Center
Grayling Historical Museum
Gahagan Nature Preserve located 2 miles from Tee Pee Motel and Restaurant
Cinemas/Theaters
Roscommon Cinema
Rialto Theater in Grayling
The Pines Theater in Houghton Lake
Gaylord Cinema
Snowmobiling/ORV
Roscommon County has roughly 200 miles of groomed snowmobiling trails winding from one town to the next. The Tee Pee Motel is located right next to one of the trail entrances. Plenty of parking for your trailers.
There are several ORV trails within a short distance.
Website for trail information:
Michigan Trails
Skiing
Cross Country
Cross County Ski Headquarters – 18 km of well-groomed trails for skiing and snow shoeing. Facilities for night skiing and snow making. Complete store for sales and rental of equipment. Phone 800-832-2663. Website www.cross-country-ski.com
North Higgins Lake State Park – groomed trails range from 1.5 or 6.5 miles through a beautiful pine forest, perfect for the novice.
Downhill
Hanson Hills – features 11 downhill ski runs, 35km of cross-country skiing trails, ice skating, tubing, indoor skate park with 6 ft. roller, quarter pipes, grind rails, fun boxes and more. Locate in Grayling. Phone 888-879-2196. Website: www.handsonhills.org
Hiking / Biking Trails
Website for trail information:
Michigan Trails
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