Area Activities in East Tawas

Michigan truly has something for everyone. No matter the time of year, you will find many interesting and exciting activities on your Lake Huron getaway vacation. East Tawas Junction Bed and Breakfast Inn has “the magic” that makes it a great home base close to all action.

AREA ACTIVITIES

  • Golfing – Eight courses within 2 to 20-mile radius
  • Red Hawk Golf Course – Nationally recognized and designed by Arthur Hills -3 miles
  • Lakewood Shores, three 18 hole courses including The Gailes
  • Fishing Charters
  • Winery Tours
  • Kite Surfing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Tubing
  • River Queen Paddle Boat Tours
  • Cross Country Ski Trails, Snowmobile Trails
  • Apppledore Schooner Sailings (May & June)
  • Bike and Hike Trails
  • Street Dancing on Newman Street – Tuesday Night Live
  • Concerts in the East Tawas City Park – Monday evening
  • Shopping – Newman Street’s Unique Shops, Boutiques and Antiques
  • Farmers Market at Gateway Park

FESTIVALS AND SPECIAL EVENTS

  • Two Community Theaters Tawas Bay Player & Shoreline Players
  • Two Screen Movie Theater
  • Northeast Michigan Academy of Dance (Spring & Fall Productions)
  • Perchville Winter Festival (February)
  • Birding Festival (May)
  • Art and Crafts Show (Memorial Day Weekend)
  • Tawas Art Stroll
  • Independence Day Parade and Fireworks Spectacular (July 4th)
  • Summerfest – Classic and Antique Car Show (July)
  • Tawas Bay Fine Art Show (August)
  • Blues by the Bay Concert (3 days) Harbor Park (August)
  • Wine Tasting Social at Harbor Park (August)
  • Summer Concerts in East Tawas Park (Monday evening)
  • Newman Street Sidewalk Sales (August)
  • Nature’s Own Festival of Explosive Color (late September & October)
  • Art & Crafts Show (Labor Day Weekend)
  • Christmas Walk and Home Tour (December)
  • Tree Lighting and Carols at Harbor Park (December)

POINTS OF INTEREST

  • Tawas Point State Park and Lighthouse
  • National River Road Scenic Byway
  • Iargo Springs (natural springs feeding the AuSable River)
  • Tuttle Marsh 400-acre Conservation Area
  • Lumberman’s Monument (overlooking the AuSable River)
  • Iosco Historical Museum
  • Tawas Bay Art Gallery

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