Gaylord is an alpine community, and is home to many year round resorts, world class golf courses and ski resorts. If you like different types of architecture, you'll enjoy the downtown area. Gaylord is in Otsego County (of which it is the county seat), and in the Northern Region. Gaylord is located northeast of Traverse City between Mackinaw City and Grayling along Interstate 75 near Otsego Lake and the Sturgeon River.

Annual Festivals & Events:

• Gaylord Air Fair - third weekend in June.
• Gaylord Alpenfest - third weekend in July. Burning of the Boogg!, Parade on Saturday, car show, carnival rides.
• Farmfest - second weekend in August.
   

Attractions: amusement parks, casinos, farms & mills, historic sites, lighthouses, museums, tours, wineries, zoos, planetariums, and waterfalls.

Call of the Wild & Bavarian Falls Park [Museumj], 850 South Wisconsin Avenue, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-4336. The wildlife museum features a wide variety of animals, habitats, and activities including over 60 wildlife displays, the Wildlife Theater, and the Hands-on Learning Center. Our gift shop carries many different collectibles and a variety of gifts with that "Up North" feel. Located right next to Call of the Wild, Bavarian Falls Park offers a fun time for kids of all ages.

Martells Northwoods Christmas Tree Farm, 205 Arrowhead Trail, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 731-2062

Otsego County Historical Museum, 320 W. Main Street, Gaylord, MI 49734, Phone: (989) 732-4568

Pigeon River Country Elk Range [Wildlife Viewing Area] - Closest Town: Gaylord, Vanderbilt  and Wolverine.  Michigan Department of Natural Resources (517) 732-3541.  From Vanderbilt, drive east on Sturgeon Valley Road about ten miles to one of the designated elk viewing sites. For more information, continue east about three miles to Hardwood Lake Road. Turn left (north) and continue about one mile to the Forestry Field Office. This office has maps and information about elk viewing, but hours are variable depending on the season.  The Pigeon River Country State Forest and surrounding land is home to the largest free-roaming elk herd east of the Mississippi River. The nearly 100,000-acre state forest contains native hardwoods and pines that are interspersed with fields and forest openings. The Department of Natural Resources maintains this excellent elk habitat through careful forest and wildlife management.  Elk inhabit this site year-round, but certain times are better for viewing than others. Probably the best month is September, when the males (bulls) are trying to establish dominance for mating rights with the females (cows). They are very active during this time, making loud vocalizations (bugling), and breaking brush with their antlers to impress cows and intimidate their rivals. If you plan to visit during September, try to arrive during the week. Elk viewing has become very popular and weekends are crowded. Another good time to view elk is from late April through early May. Elk are active throughout the daylight hours eating the new green growth and there are few people out to see them. Several elk viewing sites have been established on this site. These are not the only places you can see elk, but they are located in known elk gathering spots, and are good places to start.  The best viewing is done from your car, since elk are accustomed to seeing cars. Use binoculars or spotting scopes for best results. Do not approach elk. Despite their large size, they are timid animals and will not tolerate much disturbance.

DINING & FOOD:  BREWERIES, DINER TRAINS & CRUISES, CASUAL DINING, FINE DINING AND ETHNIC RESTAURANTS

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill, 1379 W M 32, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-2530

Big Buck Brewery & Steakhouse, 550 S Wisconsin Ave, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-5781

Ponderosa Steakhouse,1102 W M 32, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-8084

Places to Stay:  Bed & Breakfasts, Cabins & Cottages, Condos & Vacation Rentals, Historic Inns, Hotels & Motels, Resorts

Beaver Creek Resort [Golf & Ski Resort], 5004 W Otsego Lake Dr, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-2459

Dixon Lake Resort, 2197 West Dixon Lake Drive, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone:  (989) 732-2802

El Rancho Stevens [Resorts & Lodges], 2332 E. Dixon Lake, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-5090

Great Northern Rentals, P.O. Box 843, Gaylord, Michigan 49734, Phone: (231) 546-2028

Heart Lake Resort, 9603 Old US Highway 27 S, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-5081

Hidden Valley Resort, 696 E. Main Street, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-5181

Lakeview Resort, 2423 Evergreen Dr, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-4508

Lambert's Lakeside Lodges, 5591 Corey Cove, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-3740

Marsh Ridge Resort [Golf Resort], 4815 Old US Highway 27 S, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-5552

Michigan Bed & Breakfast Guide [Bed & Breakfast Inns], 3980 Curtisville Road, Curtisville, South Branch, MI 48761, Phone: (989) 725-4416

Northern Michigan Cabin & Cottage Rentals [Cabin & Cottage Rentals], 3980 Curtisville Road, Curtisville, South Branch, MI 48761, Phone: (989) 725-4416

Northernaire Resort Motel & Log Cabins, 5119 Old 27, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-4782

Northland Sportsmen's Club, Old Alba Road, Gaylord, MI 49735,  Phone: (989) 732-6389

Otsego Club and Resort [Golf Resort], 696 E. Main Street (M-32), PO Box 556, Gaylord, MI 49734, Phone: (989) 732-5181

Pine Cone Accommodations, 693 Charles Brink Rd, Gaylord, MI  49735, Phone: (989) 731-1887

Proctor's Pointe of View [Resorts & Lodges], 4636 Pinehurst Ave, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-4070

Ray's Retreat Country Inn, 9311 Old 27 South, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-4914

Resort One Vacation Rentals, 5059 Old 27 South, Gaylord, Michigan 49735, Phone: (989) 732-2666

Treetops Resort, 3962 Wilkinson Rd, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone:(989) 732-6711

Community Organizations: civic, fraternal, veteran, etc

American Legion Post 499, Gaylord, MI 49735,  Phone: (800) 691-6059

Elks Lodge No 2544 of Gaylord, 116 Grandview Boulevard, Gaylord, MI 49735,  Phone: (989) 732-2793

Gaylord/Otsego Chamber Of Commerce, 101 West Main Street, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone:
(989) 732-6333

Knights Of Columbus Hall Rental, 986 North Center Avenue, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 705-2786

Michigan Area Retiree Activities Office (RAO) [Support Services for Military Retirees], 5671 Skeel Avenue, Suite 12, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, (989) 739-2777

Michigan Tree Farm System, 501 Norway Street, Grayling, MI 49738, (989) 348-9319

OUTDOORS: BEACHES, BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, CANOEING, DOG-SLEDDING, FISHING, GOLFING, HIKING, HUNTING, KAYAKING, ORV, NATURE & PARKS, RENTALS,  SCUBA DIVING, SKIING, SNOWMOBILING, ETC.

Alpine Snowmobile Rentals [Snowmobile Rentals], 201 Fairview Road, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 731-1276

Aspen Park [Biking Trail], Commerce Blvd, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-4060

Beaver Creek Resort [Golf Resort], 5004 W Otsego Lake Dr, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-2459

Big Bear Lake State Forest Campground, Principal Meridian Road and Little Bear Lake Road, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-3541

Black Forest/Wilderness Valley Golf Course, 6500 Nicklaus, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (231) 585-7090

The Classic Golf Course, 696 E. Main Street (M-32), PO Box 556, Gaylord, MI 49753, Phone: (989) 732-5181

Extreme Power Sports [Snowmobile Rentals], 2572 S. Otsego Avenue, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-4331

Fish Whisperer Taxidermy, 4842 Morgan Rd., Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-1660

Gaylord-Cheboygan Trail [Bike & Snowmobile Trail]

Gaylord Equestrian Center [Riding Stables], 7000 Hayes Tower Road, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-8878

Gaylord Country Club, 4893 W. M-32, PO Box 207, Gaylord, MI 49734, Phone: (231) 546-3376

Golfing Michigan [Public Golf Coures], 3980 Curtisville Road, Curtisville, South Branch, MI 48761, Phone: (989) 725-4416

Liberty Valley Ranch [Riding Stable], 4301 Hayes Tower Road, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 731-0149

The Loon Golf Club, 4400 Championship Drive, Gaylord, MI 49735 , Phone: (989) 732-4454

Marsh Ridge Resort [Golf Resort], 4815 Old US Highway 27 S, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-5552

Masterpiece Golf Course, 3962 Wilkinson Road, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-6711

Michaywe, 1535 Opal Lake Road, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 939-8919

Michigan Paddlesports Directory [Canoeing & Kayaking], 3980 Curtisville Road, Curtisville, South Branch, MI 48761, Phone: (989) 725-4416

Mountain Lake Golf Club, 5750 Opal Lake Drive, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 731-1300

The Natural Golf Course, 4706 W. Otsego Lake Drive, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-1785

Northland Sportsman's Club [Sporting Clays], W. Otsego Lake Dr & Old Alba Rd, Gaylord, Michigan 49735, Phone: (989) 732-9382

Otsego Club and Resort [Golf Resort], 696 E. Main Street (M-32), PO Box 556, Gaylord, MI 49734, Phone: (989) 732-5181

Pinney Bridge State Forest Campground, Gaylord Operations Service Center. Phone Number: (989) 732-3541. Antrim County - 5.5 miles NW of Alba via 620 and Cascade Road. Phone number indicated above is for the Gaylord Management Unit. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations. Enjoy the quiet, rustic setting along the Jordan River, Michigan's first designated Wild and Scenic River. Pinney Bridge offers 15 tent sites accessible by hiking or canoe only. Rustic campground includes vault toilets and potable water from well hand pump. Gaylord (13 miles East) Mancelona (14 miles SW) and East Jordan (17 miles NW).

Premier Golf Course, 3962 Wilkinson Road, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-6711

Shadynook Stables LLC [Riding Stables], 1505 Marquardt Road, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-5105

Signature Golf Course, 3962 Wilkinson Road, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-6711

Snowtime Rentals LLC [Snowmobile Rentals], 2781 Old 27 South, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 705-1717

Treetops Resort (Golf Resort), 3962 Wilkinson Road, Gaylord, MI 49735, Telephone Number: (989) 732-6711

Tradition Golf Course, 3962 Wilkinson Road, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-6711

The Tribute Golf Course, 696 E. Main Street (M-32), PO Box 556, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 732-5181

Wild Wings Game Farm [Hunting Preserve],  PO Box 1232,  Gaylord,  Michigan 49735, Phone: (616) 584-3350

Services

Enchanted Forest Web Page Design Service [Domain Names, Web Hosting, Online Marketing Services and Website Design], 3980 Curtisville Road, Curtisville, South Branch, MI 48761, Phone: (989) 725-4416

Shopping:  antique shops, art galleries, arts & crafts shops, flea markets, gift shops, outlet malls, shopping centers, shopping districts, and specialty shops

Do South [Antique Shop], 110 W. Main Street, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 731-0557

Martells Northwoods Christmas Tree Farm, 205 Arrowhead Trail, Gaylord, MI 49735, Phone: (989) 731-2062

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