Welcome to Gaylord, Michigan!

An outdoor paradise for every season and every pursuit.

Breathe in fresh forest air and glide along pristine waterways in Gaylord, Michigan. Here, there’s enough room to roam and enough unspoiled wilderness to go around! Located in the heart of northern Michigan, Gaylord is the perfect place to gear up for adventure and unwind in nature. Bountiful forest trails, winding rivers, over 90 sparkling inland lakes, and four seasons make Gaylord the ultimate outdoor playground.

During the spring, we wait in anticipation for flowers to bud and morel mushrooms to emerge from the ground that was blanketed with snow only a short time ago. It’s time to get outdoors and explore our trail systems, parks and preserves, while appreciating all Northern Michigan has to offer.

Morel Mushrooms: The Fickle Fungus & How to Find It

Morel mushrooms are often described as the “steak” of the mushroom world, a delicacy hidden among last autumn’s remaining dried leaves and the bright green mossy cover of early spring. While mouthwateringly delicious, this most sought after tidbit can be difficult to find, to say the least. We have some helpful hints for those wishing to seek out this coveted treat, and believe us, you’ll need them!