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The Magic of a Winter Sleigh Ride in Gaylord

Feb 06, 2025 / Val Wright

Nothing says winter wonderland quite like a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the snow-covered countryside. Gaylord has two fantastic options for sleigh rides, and they're perfect for a cozy date night, a fun family outing or just an excuse to bundle up and enjoy the season! MORE

National Plan Your Vacation Day

Jan 24, 2025 / maddendev

Is the open road calling out to you? January 28th is National Plan Your Vacation Day – a great reason to start looking into your next Gaylord getaway! Offering four seasons of Pure Michigan enjoyment, the Gaylord area is the ultimate travel destination. Our endless miles of forested trails and tranquil inland lakes beckon nature lovers and those looking for solitude. MORE

Snow Days in Gaylord, Michigan

Dec 16, 2024 / maddendev

What will your wide-open winter look like in Gaylord, Michigan? Let us walk you through the next few months in our winter wonderland… Downhill Skiing, Snowboarding & TubingTreetops Resort and Otsego Resort are your winter hotspots this season – offering up slopes and terrain parks that will get your adrenaline pumping. MORE

The Gaylord Car: A Slice of Local History

Nov 13, 2024 / Val Wright

When most people think of Michigan’s auto history, they immediately picture Detroit. But did you know that Gaylord, Michigan, has its own place in automotive history? Back in 1910, the Gaylord Motor Company was born, producing 350 cars in its brief run. MORE

Elk Viewing in Gaylord, MI – An Epic Wildlife Adventure

Sep 02, 2024 / Val Wright

Find Elk in the Pigeon River Country State Forest Ready to go on a wild elk adventure? Head to the Pigeon River Country State Forest! Locally known as "The Pigeon," this massive, 114,000-acre forest playground stretches across three counties and is the ultimate hotspot for elk viewing in Michigan. MORE

Top 5 Scenic Fall Vistas in the Gaylord Area

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As autumn approaches each year, you can’t help but feel excited seeing the first leaves meld from their usual green state to varying shades of red, orange and gold. It’s those peek-a-boo moments through the lush greenery and the sudden crisp air filling your lungs that truly signal the beginning of fall.  When October finally rolls around, the landscape transforms into an intricate mosaic of colors. Northern Michigan is in its glory during this season…there’s no way around it. Gaylord is simply stunning this time of the year, and it doesn’t matter which direction you take. Paddle a kayak along one of our glassy shorelines, hike or bike any trail of your choice or just turn down a dirt road and explore…you will not be disappointed. MORE

Gaylord, MI Fall Driving Tours

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You can’t take a wrong turn in Gaylord, Michigan in the fall even if you try. Every mile of highway, scenic country road and dirt two-track has its own hidden gem for leafers to discover.  We’ve come up with two diverse treks for you to explore the fantastic foliage during your stay. You can find maps of both routes on our Fall page, along with our Top 5 Scenic Fall Vistas. Of course, we wanted to give you a sneak peek as we enter the peak of our color season!  Our northern tour leads you down Natural Beauty Road to Pickerel Lake Road, part of the Pigeon River Country State Forest. Feel free to continue down the road and visit The Pigeon’s sinkhole lakes, hiking trails and elk viewing areas. MORE

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