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.
Michigan’s Wild Elk Herd
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be hot on the trail of Michigan’s wild elk herd? Our friend, Roy Heilman of neveragoosechase.com, shared his first-person experience of a DNR guided tour to find our elusive elk herd. Join him on his journey through the rustic Pigeon River Country State Forest to seek out these impressive animals!
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Downtown
Hit the Town
Gaylord may be known the world over for its outdoor recreation opportunities, but that’s only half the charm. Shop, sip, sample, and savor the best of Gaylord’s downtown scene.