Although it is the least populous county in Michigan’s lower peninsula, Oscoda County is full of natural beauty and untamed wilderness. The Au Sable River runs through the heart of the county, and the Huron National Forest protects much of the land. The area is perfect for ORV/ATV riding, paddling sports, hunting, birding, camping, or simply getting out to enjoy the great outdoors. For a unique glimpse into another culture and lifestyle, check out the Amish Country stores in Mio and Fairview.
Area Attractions
- AuSable River/Huron National Forest
- AuSable River
- AuSable River MDOT DNR Access
- Bull Gap ORV Hill Climb and Trailhead
- Hunting
- Island Lake Nature Trail
- Kirtland's Warbler and Jack Pine Wildlife Tour
- Loon Lake
- Loud Creek Ski/Hike Trail (A)
- Loud Creek Ski/Hike Trail (B)
- Mack Lake (fishing, ORV campground, trails)
- McCollum Lake & State Forest Campground
- Shore to Shore Horseback Riding Trail
- Wolf Creek Trail System
- Wagner Lake Area (Fishing, Camping, Boating, Paddling, Hiking, Birding)
- AuSable State Forest
- Amish Country (Mio)
- Birding Hotspots
- Jack Pine Wildlife Viewing Tour
- Kirtland Warblers
- Mio Dam
- Mio Dam Pond
- Steiner Museum
- The Timberland Quilt Trail
- Warbler Monument, Oscoda County Courthouse
Entertainment
- Cedar Valley's Wild Frontier Park Facebook Page
- Enjoy the Outdoors: hiking, biking, ORV/ATV riding, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, paddling, boating, fishing, hunting, camping (see Area Attractions and the Outdoor page)
- Family Bookshelf & Gifts
- Golfing
- Oscoda County Park (swimming, playground, ball courts, horseshoe pits, etc.)
- Skyline Event Center
- Smith Lake Park (playground)
- Wild Frontier Park (batting cages, rides, food trucks, mini golf)
Food & Beverage
Farms/CSAs/Meat
- Applebee Farm
- Honey
- Ed's Maple Syrup
- Maple Syrup
- Fairview Berry & Flower Farm
- Fairview Organic Maple Syrup Farm
- Maple Syrup
- Fairway Natural Farms
- Maple Syrup
- Maple Valley Farms
- Meat, Yarn, Wool
- Miller Bros Maple Products
- Lamb, Maple Syrup, Maple Syrup Products
- Pampered Beef/Whispering Pine Ranch
- Beef, Lamb
- Radisovich Farms
- Beef, Pork
- Sweet Success Sugarbush
- Maple Syrup
- The Farmer's Creamery
- Local Amish Ice Cream, Dairy Products
Places to Stay
Campgrounds
Please see "Camping" under #OptOutside Summer Activities
Regional Festivals
- AuSable Valley Engine and Tractor Show (June)
- Michigan Maple Syrup Weekend (March)
- Nor-East'r Music and Art Festival
#OptOutside Spring, Summer, Fall Activities
ORV/ATV Riding
- Bull Gap ORV Hill Climb and Trailhead
- Huron National Forest OHV Trail Riding
- Mack Lake Motorized Trail System
- Mack Lake ORV Campground
- Meadows MCCCT
- Meadows ORV Campground
- Meadows ORV Complex
- Mio Trail and Route
- Mio Trail and Route (DNR Map)
- Oscoda County ORV Legal Roads Map
- Oscoda County ORV Trail Map
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Businesses with locally (NE Michigan) produced products:
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