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| The River Road National Forest Scenic Byway is one of a growing number of scenic byways established since 1988 for the enjoyment of touring motorists and all who love natural beauty. It is a 22-mile, two-lane paved- highway along 4.3 miles of M-65 and 17.7 miles of a county road known as River Road, roughly paralleling the south bank of the famed Au Sable River. Here are a few of the attractions that can be found along this beautiful byway... click here to view attractions along the scenic byway |
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AuSable River Queen
The AuSable River Queen is the only paddlewheel riverboat of its kind, and offers a variety of tours. This unique paddlewheel boat runs into the fall so that you may take in the splendor of the autumn colors. Live music is provided on the AuSable River Queen on weekends, and there is a snack bar as well.
Click here to view our AuSable River Queen
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Oscoda Band Shell
The Oscoda Rotary bandshell is located at the Oscoda Township Beach Park. During the summer the bandshell is used to provide free concerts.
Click here to view our Oscoda Rotary Projects
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Oscoda Historical Museum
Due to the near-total destruction of the twin towns by the Fire of 1911, and the fact that hardly any pre-1950 local newspapers have been preserved, it is urgent that we find, save and exhibit as much of our local history as still exists. We gratefully welcome any donations of local artifacts, memories, or etc.
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Wurtsmith Aviation Museum Yankee Air Force
The Wurtsmith Division of the Yankee Air Force was chartered in December of 1993 as a division of the National Organization headquarters at the Willow Run Airport in Belleville, Michigan. We have an aviation museum and gift shop in three hangers on the Oscoda-Wurtsmith Airport. The museum contains artifacts and memorabilia relating to the military, along with static displays of several aircraft, including a UH-1H (Huey) Helicopter, a T-33 Jet Trainer and several civilian General Aviation aircraft. Restoration work is being done here on other aircraft. Many displays comemorate the wars and conflicts of the past hundred years in the museum. Women in aviation history and Wurtsmith AFB history are displayed. The gift shop contains aviation related books, posters, models, and many other souvenirs. The museum is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm from the middle of May to October ($ admission fee). We welcome group tours; bus parking available. www.wurtsmith-yaf-museum.org. 989-739-7555
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Veteran Memorial Park
The Park was established on Veteran's Day Novenber 11, 2006, consists of 6 acres under continuing development, and is located at the corner of Skeel Ave and F-41 at the former entrance to Wurtsmith Air Force Base. The Circle of Flags, which includes the 54 United States and Territorial Flags is impressive. The Visitor's Center is open on all holiday weekends, special events, and other selected times. The Park's stated purpose is to provide a place of relaxation and reflection which reconizes and preserves the honor of those who served and sacrificed for our freedom. General information, past events, accomplishments, current activities, developement plans, and upcoming events may be seen on the Park's website: www.vmpnem.org or call 989-739-8152 for further information.
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Shoreline Park
The park provides access to several hundred yards of sugar sand beach for your family fun. Picnic tables, grills and a gazebo are also located at the park. This is also the location for our annual fireworks display on the 4th of July. Located next to the Oscoda Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor's information center on US-23 where Lake Huron meets the AuSable River.
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Iargo Springs
Located on the River Road Scenic Byway, This site considered a holy place by Native Americans, offers a breathtaking view of the AuSable River. Walk down 294 steps and enter a mystical place.
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Lumberman's Monument
A U.S. Forest Service interpretive Center honors the lumbering era. Spectacular lookouts across the AuSable River Valley. Magnificent 14' bronze statue of the lumbermen.
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