Indian River is an unincorporated community located in Tuscarora Township in Cheboygan County.  This town was founded by Floyd E. Martin, who purchased land and moved here in 1878. Strategically located between Burt and Mullet Lakes, it was ideal location for gathering and distributing lumber cut from the surrounding forest.  A post office was established in 1879.  The Michigan Central Railroad established a station here.  Indian River has many diverse businesses, shops , resorts and restaurants making it a popular tourist destination.  The river and lakes are popular fishing locations and attract boaters from all over the country.  The largest crucifix in Michigan can be seen just south of town. Indian Township Population: 2,297. Township Offices: 3546 S. Straits Hwy., Indian River, MI 49749, (231) 238-7088.  This part of Tuscarora Township was first settled in 1876 by David Smith, Jackson Corey, S. P. Hayes, M. A. McHenry and John B. Clark.  The village was founded by Floyd E. Martin who bought land here in 1878, had it surveyed in 1879 and recorded in 1880.  Named after the river which runs through it. Informational excerpts from Michigan Place Names, by Walter Romig, L.H.D.

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

Cross in the Woods Shrine & Nun Doll Museum, 7078 M-68, Indian River, MI 49749, Phone: (231) 238-8973

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

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

Country Cabins of Topinabee, 581 North Straits Highway, Indian River, MI 49749, Phone: (231) 238-6991

Woodlands Resort, 5115 South Straits Highway, Indian River, MI 49749, Pjhone: (231) 238-4137

Community Organizations: civic, fraternal, veteran, etc

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

Big Bear Adventures [Canoe & Kayak Rentals], 4271 S Straits Hwy, Indian River, Michigan 49749, Phone: (231) 238-8181

Blooming Ideas [Home Decor, Bike Rentals], 3499 South Straits Highway, Indian River, MI 49749, Phone: (231) 238-4111

Brentwood Lodging & Snowmobile Rental [Snowmobile Rentals], 4778 S. Straits Highway, Indian River, MI 49749, Phone: (231) 238-7310

Burt Lake Marina - Sales [Snowmobile Rentals], 4879 South Straits Highway, Indian River, MI 49749, Phone: (231) 238-9315

Burt Lake State Park - Camping

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

Indian River Depot [Bike Rentals], 3499 South Straits Highway, Indian River, MI 49749, Phone:  (231) 231) 238-4511

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

Weber Lake State Forest Campground, Cheboygan County - 7.5 miles NW of Wolverine via Wolverine Road and Prue Road. Phone number indicated above is for the Gaylord Management Unit. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations. 18 sites for tent and small trailer use located on Weber Lake. Offers access to Lost Tamarack Pathway for hiking, biking, and the enjoyment of peaceful wooded surroundings. Rustic campground includes vault toilets and potable water from well hand pump. Wolverine (8 miles SE) and Indian River (11 miles NE).

Services

Blooming Ideas [Home Decor, Bike Rentals], 3499 South Straits Highway, Indian River, MI 49749, Phone: (231) 238-4111

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

Blooming Ideas [Home Decor, Bike Rentals], 3499 South Straits Highway, Indian River, MI 49749, Phone: (231) 238-4111

Chillermania [Book Publisher], 1651 S. Straits Hwy., Indian River, MI 49749, Phone: (231) 238-0338

Drost's Chocolates [Candy Maker], 3676 S. Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI 49749, Phone: (231) 238-6911

Modoc Log Furniture [Furniture Maker], 5684 S. Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI 49749, Phone: (231) 238-7251

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