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Pet-Friendly Guide to Gaylord, Michigan

Mar 17, 2025 / maddendev

Ready to have a pawesome adventure with your four-legged friend? Pack your bags and head to Gaylord, Michigan to enjoy the dog days of summer! Where to Rest Your Paws Campgrounds are always a great place to stay with your furry friends, but if your dog is used to a more pampered life, many of our local lodging properties are pet-friendly. Whether Fido is used to resort life, looking for a lakeside cabin or happy anywhere he can rest his paws, you’ll have lots of options when you visit Gaylord. MORE

The Illustrious Ice Tree of Gaylord, MI

Feb 17, 2025 / Christy Walcott

If you’ve ever wintered in Gaylord, Michigan, surely you’ve marveled at our favorite frosty attraction – the Ice Tree. Is it really the world’s largest, as the sign adorning it boasts? And how did this downtown landmark come to be in the first place? MORE

Why You Need to Go Winter Rafting When Visiting Gaylord, Michigan

Feb 05, 2025 / maddendev

Before you shake your head and say “no way!” to winter rafting, let’s clear one thing up from the get-go: NO, YOU WILL NOT GET WET! This is a guided trip with experienced professionals calling the shots. If you’ve ever been spilled out of your kayak or canoe into the brisk waters of the Sturgeon River, we can understand your hesitation. 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

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