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Your Michigan Vacation Getaway - Oscoda, AuSable, and the Greenbush area! From charter fishing Lake Huron to salmon river fishing, canoeing and kayaking on the famous AuSable River to hiking thousands of acres of well groomed trails, playing nationally ranked golf courses to a relaxing drive along the Scenic Byway. The River Road National Forest Scenic Byway is one of a growing number of scenic byways established since 1988 for the enjoyment of touring motorists and all who love natural beauty. It is a 22-mile, two-lane paved- highway along 4.3 miles of M-65 and 17.7 miles of a county road known as River Road, roughly paralleling the south bank of the famed Au Sable River.

Wiltse's Brew Pub

5606 F-41, Oscoda
(989) 739-2231

www.wiltsebrewpub.com


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Northern Michigan's First Brew Pub. Open till Midnight for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Great Beer, Great Food, Great Service, Great Friends. Hand-crafted ales and lagers include: Wiltse's Blue Ox Stout, a full flavored dark beer made with oatmeal and roasted grains. Wiltse's Premium Lager, our best-selling Pilsner Lager. Great choice for first timers. Wiltse's Paul Bunyan Ale, an amber-style ale with a pronounced malt and hops character. A big malty brew made primarily from two row barley malts and a touch of carmel malt. The malty body is properly balanced with the skillful use of Cascade and Kent Golding Hops. Wiltse's Oscoda Rare, a specialty brew that changes with the season or perhaps the whim of the Brew Master. It may be a Belgian Triple Ale today or an Octoberfest beer tomorrow. This beer is produced in very small quantities, so be sure to enjoy it…it may be the only time you ever get to taste it!!! Wiltse's Old AuSable Weizenbier, combines the substitution of wheat malt for half of the barley malts and a special strain of top fermenting yeast, to give this brew a slightly fruity overtone suggesting cloves and banana.

AuSable River Queen

1775 River Road, Oscoda
10am - 5pm DAILY: 989-739-7351 | 6pm - 9pm EVES: 989-728-3131 or 989-728-6558 | FAX #: 989-739-6002

www.ausableriverqueen.net

Come take a ride on the glorious AuSable River aboard the River Queen. We operate a double-decker, authentic paddle wheel patriotically painted in Red, White and Blue! We have enjoyed 40 years of safe passage. Young and old alike are excited to ride the Queen and take in the beautiful scenery and wildlife. Our Bald Eagles that perch on the large trees along the rivers bank are a big hit! It is a beautiful trip in the Summer and even more brilliant with the turning of the leaves in the Fall.

Lumberman's Monument

Junction of River and Monument Roads.
From Oscoda, travel 15 miles west along River Road to the entrance.
(989) 362-8961 | Fax: (989) 739-0347

Lumbermen’s Monument stands on the scenic high banks of the AuSable River. The bronze statue, erected in 1931, is dedicated to the pioneer spirit and efforts of the Michigan Lumbermen. There are many things to do and see at Lumbermen’s Monument. Besides viewing the monument, you may visit the Lumbermen’s Monument Visitor Center viewing the exhibits and purchasing items that relate to the lumbering era or environmental topics. U.S. Forest Service personnel are available for tours and to answer questions. Pause at the overlook area and view the panoramic AuSable River valley or descend the staircase to get a closer look at Cooke Dam Pond. Hike out to the “high banks” or have a picnic in one of the picnic areas. Whatever you do, be sure and plan to spend plenty of time at Lumbermen’s Monument so you can experience all there is to do and see.

Iargo Springs

From Oscoda, travel 18 miles west along River Road to the entrance.
This area is open year round, however the parking lot and sidewalks are not cleared during the
snow season. For the latest information regarding condition of facility, contact the Huron Shores
Ranger Station at 989-739-0728.

Iargo Springs Interpretive Site provides a spectacular panoramic view of the Au Sable River. It lies next to River Road and has been used as a drinking water source since presettlement times. Dams were constructed on the springs by early loggers, before the turn of the century. The dams were useful on diverting water to the logging camps nearby. Most of the waters of Cooke Pond were
dry land then. Europeans have visited the springs for recreation since the 1920’s. A trail was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1934. Early photographs show the dam being repaired and reinforced by the CCC’s. This work lasted until a storm took out the dams in 1981.

East Tawas

Tawas Point Lighthouse

Tawas Point State Park
686 Tawas Beach Road, East Tawas
(989) 362-5041

The Museum Store at Tawas Point Lighthouse
(989) 362-5658

Tawas Point Lighthouse
Tawas point Lighthouse, in operation since 1876, and now part of Tawas Point State Park, is a fascinating attraction for maritime buffs. Tawas Point is also a mecca for birdwatchers, especially in the migration seasons of spring and fall. Tawas Point also offers spectacular views of sunrises over Lake Huron and sunsets over Tawas Bay. Guided tours are available. Also, a gift shop.

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