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 and oasis.

And while our rustic beauty will captivate you, we also offer a more manicured outdoor experience. The Gaylord Golf Mecca beckons golfers to stay and play with 17 championship courses where greens stretch as wide as the sky.

Morel Mushroom Hunting

The elusive morel mushroom is a springtime delicacy eager gourmets travel miles to seek out. Hunting them is almost as much fun as enjoying them in your favorite dish! This sought after delight can be difficult to find in the newly uncovered moss and leaves in early spring, allowing you to explore the awakening forests in Gaylord, Michigan.

While no locals are giving up their sacred morel hunting grounds, we can give you the inside scoop on your best chances of spotting one of these morsels!