What to See and Do in the Central Lower Peninsula Region of Michigan

Michigan Life's Region 7 Central Lower Peninsula Area including Arenac County, Bay County, Clare County, Iosco County, Isabella County, Midland County, Ogemaw County, Roscommon County Michigan.

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What to See and Do in Region 7 -Central Lower Peninsula

Looking for the best Toboggan runs in Michigan? Check out The Toboggan Run at City Forest in Midland Michigan each run is over a tenth of a mile in length!

Midland City Forest offers wonderful cross country skiing on groomed trails for classic and skate skiing. Trails are designed for skiiers of all levels, from beginner to an advanced 11k loop. A .7 mile beginner trail is lighted from dusk until 8 p.m. every evening. Routes and distances can be obtained by clicking on the map to the right.

Open Mid September through October (check website for details). Admission to the Wild Pumpkin includes our Petting farm, Wagon ride to the pumpkin patch to pick pumpkins and to the corn maze, the Corn maze, our Playground, Corn box and Hay maze!

We’re between Beaverton and Clare.

The Red Barn Tree Farm is a Bennett Family adventure. It’s something we’ve been slowly planning and working on for about 20 years. Now that we’re finally up and going, we would like to invite you to come create some memories and become part of our Christmas Family.

Experience a dazzling 110-acre display of annuals and perennials punctuated by distinctive bridges, towering pines, and delightful water features. A variety of tours are available to fit your needs and group size!

December 7–9 & 14–16, 2023 | 5–8 p.m.

Stroll the gently-lit pathway each evening. Meet Santa’s reindeer, and listen to carolers sing the songs of the season. Be sure to warm up in the festive conservatory and experience a dramatic display of poinsettias, while enjoying the merry sound of a live string quartet.

Last week of September - Halloween

Grandma's Pumpkin Patch has fun for the whole family. From pig races to the corn maze, plan on staying all day to enjoy the fun!

Open Seasonally In The Fall
Grandma's Pumpkin Patch is open seasonally in the fall.

We will have pumpkin painting, hayrides, pumpkin picking, animals, barrel train and more. Mark your calendars to join us!

HAVE A GROUP THAT WOULD LIKE TO VISIT THE FARM? WE HAVE GROUP AND FIELD TRIP PACKAGES DURING THE WEEK DAYS - CALL US AT (989) 644-2847 TO SCHEDULE YOUR VISIT.

The Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort is a casino, hotel and entertainment venue owned and operated by the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, located just outside of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan Immerse yourself in luxury and escape the everyday.

Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Located in historic downtown Clare, Michigan at 601 N. McEwan St. the Clare Tasting Room inside Brewin’ On McEwan features Modern Craft Wine, a gourmet chocolate shop and a fabulous restaurant: all in one location!

May 25 & 26, 2024

Held on the Saturday and Sunday of the Memorial Weekend Holiday, this year’s show will host over 100 crafter booths in Shoreline Park in Tawas City, right off of US-23. Be sure to come out and browse through their beautiful and unique hand-made arts and crafts.

As featured on the Emmy award-winning television program Under the Radar Michigan in April 2012 located in the heart of Downtown Bay City,
Antique Hunter’s Paradise!

Find us minutes from I-75 using exit 162A.

In operation since 1876, the lighthouse is the feature of the Tawas Point State Park, situated on a 200 acre peninsula that defines the southeast boundary of Tawas Bay. The 70 foot lighthouse is open for tours six days a week from May through September.

January 20, 21 & 27, 2024

The premier ice fishing festival in north central Michigan that happens Friday, Saturday and Sunday, on the last two weekends in January. The festival is held at the southern DNR boat launch, off of M-55 near the Pines theater and Pineview Golf Course.

Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
*Special Hours By Appointment

Step back in time into the historic landmark and restored turn-of-the-century building that houses both a Modern Craft Winery Tasty Room and The Silver Lining Boutique. You’ll be telling your friends about your Taste Adventure here!

45,000-square-foot indoor waterpark designed for toddlers, tweens, teens, and adults. It will feature a waver rider, one body slide, one bowl slide, a rock climbing wall, lazy river, children's play area and a private adult pool, hot tub & sauna.

Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sunday: noon - 5 p.m.

Our Winery and our very first Tasting Room, Au Gres is our home, our heart and our hideout. A comfortable, relaxed setting in the quaint town center of Au Gres, our doors are open to the adventure enthusiast!

April 25-28, 2024

Shepherd Maple Syrup Festival invites you to witness hometown hospitality at it’s best and join us for this annual spring festival in the "sweetest" little town anywhere around! It was 1958 when the earliest Shepherd Maple Syrup Festival was held in Shepherd.

Rose Valley Winery is committed to making quality wines from locally-grown, cold-hardy grapes. We strive to present the Gifts of Nature in a simple and personal manner.

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