Things to Do with Kids in Alpena, MI

  • TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Alpena, Michigan.
  • From Lee's Miniature Golf to Beaver Lake, the Alpena area offers 25 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Amusement Parks (All Ages), Movie Theaters and Theaters.
  • A part of scenic Northern Michigan, Alpena is a quaint, intimate town with many historic, nature and cultural sites. Offering access to Lake Huron and Thunder Bay River, it is a popular travel destination for both outdoor and water enthusiasts. For adventurers, the city offers shipwreck tours, scuba diving and kayaking excursions. Historical sites in the city include the Besser Museum and Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center.
  • TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Alpena, Michigan.
  • From Lee's Miniature Golf to Beaver Lake, the Alpena area offers 25 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Amusement Parks (All Ages), Movie Theaters and Theaters.
  • A part of scenic Northern Michigan, Alpena is a quaint, intimate town with many historic, nature and cultural sites. Offering access to Lake Huron and Thunder Bay River, it is a popular travel destination for both outdoor and water enthusiasts. For adventurers, the city offers shipwreck tours, scuba diving and kayaking excursions. Historical sites in the city include the Besser Museum and Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center.
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42.8 Miles
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Parks River Road, Oscoda, MI 48750 MoreLess Info
With over 19 active bald eagle nests, Foote Site Park is popular among birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The trumpeter swan, the largest water fowl, nests in the park on the AuSable River.
43.8 Miles
93% 54 votes
Scenic Drives River Road, Oscoda, MI MoreLess Info
River Road Scenic Byway is an approximately 20 mile drive punctuated by clearly marked vistas and stops at trailheads. Particularly scenic in the fall, it offers fishing access, river views, and hiking and cycling trails.
44.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Visitor Centers 5761 N Skeel Road, Oscoda, MI 48750 MoreLess Info
Honoring Michigan's lumber industry history, the Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center features a memorial statue overlooking the Au Sable River, educational videos and displays, and hands-on activities. Guests can hike the trail to enjoy the view from the observation deck.
44.5 Miles
98% 93 votes
Monuments Monument Rd & River Road, Oscoda, MI MoreLess Info
The Lumberman's Monument is a 14 foot tall statue commemorating the area's rich history of lumberjacking. The monument features a visitor center that provides information about the industry and the surrounding area.
44.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Canoeing 678 W River Road, Oscoda, MI 48750 MoreLess Info
Located along the AuSable River, Oscoda Canoe Rental is a business offering canoe rentals to visitors of the river. During their trips on the canoes, visitors commonly enjoy viewing the scenic setting and wildlife surrounding the area.
44.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas River Road Scenic Byway, Oscoda, MI 48750 MoreLess Info
Iargo Springs Interpretive Site offers unique scenic views of the AuSable River Valley. The site features an observation deck 300 feet above the river along with a trail head to the Highbanks hiking trail.
44.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Beaches 200-222 E River Road, Oscoda, MI 48750 MoreLess Info
Oscoda Beach Park is located along several hundred feet of sand and offers modern playground equipment, bathhouses, a basketball court, a skate park, and a boardwalk. Picnic tables with grills are spread throughout the many shade trees.
44.6 Miles
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History Museums 114 E River Road, Oscoda, MI 48750 MoreLess Info
The Au Sable-Oscoda Historical Society & Museum is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history of the towns of Au Sable and Oscoda. Exhibits include collections devoted to railroads, lighthouses, and the logging industry, and a section on Paul Bunyan.
44.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Movie Theaters 117 E Dwight Street, Oscoda, MI 48750 MoreLess Info
A large, old-style movie house, Lake Theatre features first-run and older movies at discount prices. It offers specials and matinees, and serves a variety of refreshments, including popcorn, candy, and soda.
44.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks US 23 Dwight Street, Oscoda, MI 48750 MoreLess Info
Pocket Park is a small roadside park with lots of benches, flowers and other natural scenery. The park is located close to a variety of shops, restaurants, taverns, and other local businesses.
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