Canoeing in northeast Michigan has become extremely popular. Families enjoy the experience of floating down one of the many beautiful rivers that abound on Michigan's Sunrise Side.

Whether you enjoy canoeing, tubing, kayaking or other forms of navigating along the region's lakes and streams we have some of the best water in the world. Choose from the AuSable or Rifle Rivers and you will have the time of your life. Take the family, group of friends, or both and spend a great weekend, week or more.

Russell Canoes and Campgrounds www.russellcanoes.com - located 1.5 miles or 3 minutes from cabin at 146 Carrington Street, Omer, MI Phone:  (900) 552-4928 (reservations only) (989) 653-2644. The Rifle River is a beautiful river especially made for family enjoyment. Its refreshing cool water's average depth is under two feet deep. This makes the use of canoes, kayaks and the popular Rifle river Drifter, a fantastic choice for a hot summer day. The Rifle River is also home to many species of wildlife including turtles, white tail deer, turkeys, mink, beaver, muskrat, raccoon and bald eagles as well as many other species of birds.

Big Bend Family Campground www.bigbendcamp.com - located 1 mile away from cabin at 513 Conrad road, Standish, MI 48658.  Phone (989) 653-CAMP

Beaches

Tawas State Park has a awesome beach


Fishing

Click here for the weekly Michigan DNR fishing report

 

Omer and the Rifle River is famous for seasonal smelt and, would you believe, sucker fishing in the spring.  Omer comes alive as a sort of ‘waterfront town’ filled with campers, trailers, tents and concession wagons, all catering to the fishermen who line up along the river.  With over 425' of private river front the fishing is excellent as soon as the ice comes of the river.  With plenty of pole holders and fire pit with plenty of wood everyone will have a blast catching suckers.   

Click here to learn more about white suckers 

The Walleye stocking program has developed the Inner Bay as one of the most productive fisheries in the U.S. for Walleye fishing. Great Lakes Shores Marina hosts the annual “Walleye Bonanza” fishing tournament in early August, one of several on the Bay. Perch, Bass and Pike fishing are also popular at Great Lakes Shores Marina. With DNR statistics boasting 100 lbs. of Perch per acre, Saginaw Bay Perch fishing is 5 times better than any inland lake. The Bass fishing is virtually untapped and there’s nothing like the fight and fun of large mouth Bass and Northern Pike.


 
Eagle Bay Marina

Eagle Bay Marina www.eaglebaymarina.com located 8 miles or 12 minutes from cabin at 1893 Sagatoo Road, Standish, MI 48658  Phone: (989) 846-6065 offers a full range of services meeting the needs of the novice boater as well as the seasoned mariner. Our newly constructed boat launch offers easy access to the Saginaw Bay.  Transient boat slip rentals available, $1/per ft/per day or $85 per week.

Saganing Eagle's Landing Casino


Saganing Eagle's Landing Casino - www.saganing-eagleslanding.com

Located just 9 miles away!

32,000-square-foot log cabin facility with more than 700 slot machines and 40 electronic table games.  Saganing is located about 30 miles north of Bay City, six miles from I-75 south of Standish and Omer in Arenac County. 

Saganing Eagle's Landing Casino
2690 Worth Road
Standish, MI 48658
1-888-7-EAGLE-7

 Golfing


Picture of second hole at Red Hawk Golf Club
 
Huron Breeze Golf Course - 5200 Huron Breeze Dr, Au Gres, MI? - (989) 876-6868?
Pine River Golf Course - 2244 Pine River Rd, Standish, MI? - (989) 846-6819?
Knollview Golf Course - 1010 E Huron Rd, Au Gres, MI? - (989) 876-4653?
Red Hawk Golf Club - 350 Davison Rd, East Tawas, MI? - (989) 362-0800?
Apple Valley Golf Course - 2100 Maes Rd, West Branch, MI? - (989) 345-2971?
The Dream - 5266 W M 76, West Branch, MI? - (989) 345-6300?
The Nightmare - 5745 W M 55, West Branch, MI? - (989) 345-1500 
West Branch Country Club - 1705 S Fairview Rd, West Branch, MI? - (989) 345-5450

Saginaw Bay 

Description - The Saginaw Bay Travel Region is a manufacturing area in eastern Michigan but is also considered an outdoor paradise. Nicknamed the "thumb," the region is divided by the Saginaw River. Hardwood forests, grass fields, sandy shores, and open agricultural lands where dark loams produce vast quantities of sugar beets characterize much of the region. The Saginaw Bay is an arm of Lake Huron serving as an important industrial ocean freighter route that dates back as early as 1816 when the first European settlers began the fur trading industry. By the early 1820s, a fort had been erected to protect the industry that evolved into a lumbering resource incorporating additional waterways that included both the Cass and Flint rivers. Today, the area is an assemblage of marinas, charters, leisure cruises, dining and lodging facilities.

Attractions - Saginaw Bay is an outdoor paradise. From walleye harvests in Saginaw Bay to salmon and steel head rewards in Lake Huron, anglers find success year-round. One of the best birding locations in Michigan is found in the region, the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge. Here visitors can enjoy observing a great variety of bird life including white ibis, white pelican, snowy egret, black-neck stilt, buff-breasted sandpiper, marbled godwits and many more.

Tawas Point State Park is a one of Michigan's most popular state park destinations providing both day and overnight facilities along picturesque shores. The park is also known as one of the Midwest's most popular spots for observing migratory birds. In addition, Tawas Point State Park has long been considered one of the finest sailing areas in the country due to the winds and protected waters. Other park features include an historic lighthouse and cross-country skiing on over 60 miles of groomed trails. 

Other activities that are commonly pursued in the Saginaw Bay Travel Region include waterfowl hunting, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding.

Recreation - Recreations pursued in the Saginaw Bay area include viewing beautiful scenery, camping, cabin lodging, hiking and biking, fishing, swimming, and an assortment of other water-oriented sports such as sailing. The winter season enjoys snowmobiling, skiing, ice fishing, and snowshoeing.

For more information click the following link Saginaw Bay Area


Pumpkin Farm & Petting Zoo

The Pumpkin Farm & Petting Zoo located at 4150 South Huron, Standish, MI 48658 Phone 989-846-2251.  They have a petting zoo with farm animals including donkeys, buffalo, and llamas. The wagon ride is quite unique with story book characters, fairy tales, etc. 

Restaurants

AuGres Dunleavy's Eatery and Pub - located 14 miles from cabin at 110 E. Huron (US-23), AuGres, MI  Phone: (989) 876-7022 Open daily 11 a.m., Sunday at noon. Great food!  Authentic Irish cuisine. Wireless internet access.   
 
Town & Country Lounge - 3468 E Huron road, AuGres, MI.  Great burgers and pizza.  Located 1 1/2 from our Beach House
 
B's Family Restaurant - 111 E Huron road, AuGres, MI.  Good breakfest.  Located down town.

Granton Inn is a newly constructed bar and restaurant located approximately 10 miles away in down town Standish.  They have excellent burgers!    

H&H Bakery & Restaurant located 15 miles from cabin at 604 E. Huron (US-23), Au Gres, MI  Phone: (989) 876-7144  Bakery, restaurant, catering, gift shop. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Steak, seafood, pizza, spirits, sandwiches, soup and salad bar. Saturday & Sunday breakfast buffet. Friday and Saturday night slow roasted prime rib.  Wireless internet access.

Standish Bakery & Restaurant - 112 E. Cedar Street, Standish, MI 48658. 
Phone (989) 846-4661. Restaurant is family oriented place with a small town knowledge of hospitality whether for a snack a meal or just when you need a break.

Sundae's Ice Cream located 1.5 miles away or 3 minute drive from cabin on Huron (US-23) in downtown Omer.  They have many flavors of delicious Mackinaw ice cream. 

Markets

Greg's Market - 105 Center (US 23), Omer MI  Phone: (989) 653-2421.  Hours 9 am - 7 pm Closed on Sunday.  Groceries, cold beer, fishing supplies, movie rentals, home made beef jerky and more.