- Our list of the best things to do in Houghton Lake, Michigan, features the top 31 nearby activities — including 17 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Houghton Lake, MI has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Sports & Fitness, Outdoor Places, Amusement, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 9 things to do within the city of Houghton Lake, MI , followed by 22 popular activities in nearby cities, including Grayling and Roscommon
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The Civilian Conservation Corps Museum teaches visitors about its role in providing men with jobs during the Great Depression. A variety of mementos from CCC members are found in the museum, and exhibits show how the men lived and worked.
15.3 Miles
A 10.1 mile trail suitable for hiking, biking and even skiing, the Tisdale Triangle Pathway is a destination of interest for outdoor enthusiasts. The trail is primarily flat ground, and makes a series of loops.
15.3 Miles
A restaurant and bowling center, Fred's of Roscommon provides eight synthetic lanes suitable open, league and cosmic bowling. The restaurant provides a full dining menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner along with private event hosting.
15.4 Miles
The Au Sable River Center is an information center that provides a wealth of information for visitors about the ecology, history, and culture of the surrounding area. The facility also features meeting rooms.
15.5 Miles
Campbell's Canoe Livery is a family owned and operated facility that offers canoeing, kayaking and tube rentals. Patrons can take leisurely tours on the river, have a riverside picnic or fish for trout.
18.6 Miles
Wellington Farm is a working farm offering guided tours and educational programs for children. Those who take a tour of the farm can expect to visit the old church, sawmill, Grist Mill, blacksmith shop, and visitor's center.
22.9 Miles
Hanson Hills Recreation Area offers trails for cross country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as slopes for skiing and snowboarding. There are also disc golf courses and an archery range.
23.0 Miles
The Grayling Recreation Authority operates the Hanson Hills Recreation Area that offers skiing, mountain biking, and disc golf. The recreational area also offers archery, disc golf, a snow sports school, and summer programs.
23.9 Miles
Both a bar and bowling alley, American Legion Lounge & Lanes offers an array of entertainment in the Grayling community. Along with bowling fun, this locale often hosts musical and comedy performances, as well as other special events.
24.0 Miles
A short distance from downtown Grayling, AuSable Park offers access to the river. Featuring great views and opportunities for recreation including canoeing and kayaking, the park is also equipped with a playground, basketball court and more.