Oscoda is located on the beautiful shores of Lake Huron in Iosco County.  The area was settled when Edward Smith of the Smith, Kelly & Dwight Company bought land here in the late 1860’s.  Originally named Au Sable the town was renamed based on the writings of Henry Schoolcraft, who named it after the Indian words “ossim” and ”muscoda,” meaning ”pebbly prairie.” Located at the mouth of the Au Sable River, Oscoda played a major role in the distribution of lumber on the Great Lakes during the lumbering era. Oscoda was host to Wurtsmith Air Force Base until it closed a few years ago. The base housing area and maintenance facilities are gradually being converted to civilian use. Several small manufacturing companies established facilites there. The aviation musuem operated by the Yankee Air Force - Wurtsmith Division is located in some of the old hangers and is open to the public from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Oscodo’s main industry is tourism. Camping, canoeing, hiking, ORV trail riding, cross-county skiing, fishing, hunting and snowmobiling all support the local economy. Numerous rental cabins, motels, resorts and restaurants provide accommodations for visitors.  Population: 6,500.  Township Offices: 110 South State St., Oscoda, MI 48750, (989) 739-3211. Henry Rowe Schoolcraft created the name, a shortened form of ossin and muscoda, meaning pebbly prairie. Above 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.

AuSable-Oscoda Historical Museum, 114 E. River Rd., Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-2782. See local Indian artifacts & treaties, early commercial fishing, shipping & local shipwrecks, the booming logging industry, the itinerary origin in Oscoda of the Paul Bunyan legend, area railroads, the 1911 fire that destroyed the 2 towns, the history of Wurtsmith Air Force Base and so much more! Summer open Memorial Day thru Labor Day Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10-5; Sun 11-4 and Holidays. Call for days and times for fall, spring and winter.

Au Sable River

Iargo Springs [Natural Attractions], 17b miles west of Oscoda. Natural spring running into Au Sable River. Steep drop-off from roadway to spring. Located on the River Road Scenic Byway, this site, considered a holy place by native Americans, offers a breathtaking view of the AuSable River Valley from a 30' high observation deck. For the adventurous, walk down 294 steps and enter a mystical place where underground springs come together and form cold water streams. Walk along the elevated boardwalk and enjoy the serenity.

Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center, Junction of River and Monument Roads, Huron-Manistee National Forests, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 362-8961. This huge bronze memorial to Michigan's lumbering era sits on a high bluff overlooking the sparkling waters of the Au Sable River since 1932. Interpretive signs and exhibits tell the story of moving logs from the forests to the mills. Children enjoy climbing the log jam and using the crosscut saw. For those willing to hike 260 steps to the edge of the Au Sable, they can board the Wanigan, a replica of the floating cook shacks that followed the river drives.

River Queen of Oscoda [River Boat Tours], 1775 East River Road, P.O. Box 249, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-7351

Wurtsmith Yankee Air Force Museum, P. O. Box 664, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, Phone: (989) 739-7555. Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center, Junction of River and Monument Roads, Huron-Manistee National Forests, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 362-8961. This huge bronze memorial to Michigan's lumbering era sits on a high bluff overlooking the sparkling waters of the Au Sable River since 1932. Interpretive signs and exhibits tell the story of moving logs from the forests to the mills. Children enjoy climbing the log jam and using the crosscut saw. For those willing to hike 260 steps to the edge of the Au Sable, they can board the Wanigan, a replica of the floating cook shacks that followed the river drives.

Dining & Food: Great places to dine!

AuSable Inn & Finish Line Sports Bar, [Restuarant & Tavern], 100 S State St, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 747-0350

Chee Peng of Oscoda [Restaurant], 220 S State St, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-4577

Tait's Bill of Fare [Restaurant], 111 E Dwight St, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-1518

Wiltse's Brew Pub & Family Restaurant, 5606 F 41, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone; (989) 739-2231

Accommodations: Where to stay in and around town!

Anchorage Cottages [Beach Resort], 3164 North US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-7843

Ausable Inn [Restuarant & Tavern], 100 S State St, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 747-0350

Ausable River Camp, 4320 M 65, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 728-3287

Ausable River Resort, 718 West River Road, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-5246

Aurora Resort Motel [Beach Resort], 3510 N. US-23, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, Phone: (989) 739-9801

Barefoot Beach Resort [Beach Resort], 7474 N. US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-1818

Beach Front Condo [Condominium Rental], 6921 Woodlea Road, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 918-4828

Blue Horizon Court [Beach Resort], 4208 North US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-8487

Captain's Landing Resort, 416 North Lake Street, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 305-1051

Chippewa Landing Resort, 7089 Lakeview Drive, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-7008

Cook's Whispering Winds Resort, 3008 North US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-3777

East Coast Shores Resort, 2530 North US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-0123

El Cortez Resort,3358 North US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-7884

Huron House Bed & Breakfast, 3124 North US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: 989-739-9255

Huron Winds [Vacation Home Rental], 224 East Division Avenue, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (810) 231-73677

JJ's On The Beach [Cottage Rentals], 3290 North US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (248) 661-8232

Lake Trail Resort, 5400 N. US-23, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, Phone: (989) 739-9801

Mai Tiki Resort, 3322 North US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-9971

Nor' East Shore Resort, 524 North US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-7633

Manor House Inn, 399 N. US23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: 989-739-1977

Margie's On The Lake [Beach Resort], 205 Pack Ave, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, Phone: (989) 739-9600

Miami Beach Resort, 3268 North US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-8785

Oscoda Resort & Motel, 7418 North US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-2714

Oscoda Surfside Cottages [Beach Resort], 6504 N. US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (810) 519-1049

Pines On The Lake Resort [Beach Resort], 5486 North US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-5741

Pink Shell Beach Resort, 7416 North US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-0739

Redwood Motor Lodge, 3111 North US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-2021

Sand Castle Resort, 3354 North US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-7977

Sandpiper Motel & Cottages, 3526 US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-2108

Sandy Beach Cottages, 7462 North US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (941) 855-0077

Sharky's Beach Club, 3272 North US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 747-0000

Sport Haven Resort, 1900 West River Road, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-7893

Van Ettan Lake Cottages, 6872 Loud Drive, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: Phone: (989) 739-5465

Whispering Winds Resort, LLC, 3008 North US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, (989) 739-3777

Wish-U-Well Cabins, 1904 West River Road, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-0017

Community Organizations: civic, fraternal, veteran, etc

American Legion Post 274, 349 State Street, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-5121

Michigan Area Retiree Activities Office (RAO) (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

Oscoda Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie # 4237, 6685 North US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-9165

Oscoda Kiwanis Club, P.O. Box 186, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-2606

Preservation Of Native American Culture, 4661 West Weir, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-1994

Wurtsmith Yankee Air Force Museum, P. O. Box 664, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, Phone: (989) 739-7555. Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center, Junction of River and Monument Roads, Huron-Manistee National Forests, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 362-8961. This huge bronze memorial to Michigan's lumbering era sits on a high bluff overlooking the sparkling waters of the Au Sable River since 1932. Interpretive signs and exhibits tell the story of moving logs from the forests to the mills. Children enjoy climbing the log jam and using the crosscut saw. For those willing to hike 260 steps to the edge of the Au Sable, they can board the Wanigan, a replica of the floating cook shacks that followed the river drives.

Recreation: boating, camping, canoeing, dog-sledding, fishing, golfing, hiking, hunting, kayaking, scuba diving, skiing, snowmobiling, etc.

Au Sable River (Canoe & Kayak Trip)

AuSable River Kayaking Co., 678 River Road, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, Phone: (989) 739-7222

Blue Bird Fishing Charters [Sport Fishing Charters], P.O. Box 227, Au Gres, MI 48703, Phone: (989) 876-6469

Cedar Lake Marine [Boat Sales & Service], 3436 US-23, Greenbush, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-8783

Gail Force Charters [Sport Fishing Charters], 12642 South Gera Road, Birch Run, MI 48415, Phone: (989) 245-3585

K.H.C. Kayaking [Kayak Rentals], 300 North US-23, East Tawas, MI 48730, Phone: (989) 984-9415

Monument National Forest Campground, Huron Shores Ranger Station, 5761 North Skeel Road, Oscoda MI 48750. Phone: (989) 739-0728. Monument Campground is located in Iosco County, Michigan. The nearest communities are Tawas City to the southeast, Oscoda to the east and Glennie and Hale to the west. Monument Campground is a fully accessible camping area within a red pine plantation. The campground was established by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's and recently upgraded with paved spurs, accessible toilets and grills. It is located next to Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center. The campground offers a secluded, natural camping experience with many opportunities to view wildlife. 19 campsites.

Lakewood Shores Resort [Golf Resort], 7751 Cedar Lake Road, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-2073

Lock Stock & Barrel, 4494 N US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-4760

Oscoda Canoe Rental, 678 River Rd., Oscoda, Michigan 48750, Phone: (989) 739-9040

Rainbow Charter Service [Sport Fishing Charters], 4180 North US-23, 120 Main Pier Marina, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-5696

Services

Design Plumbing [Plumber], 7208 Cedar Lake Road, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-0891

Enchanted Forest Web Page Design Service [Internet Advertising], 3980 Curtisville Road, Curtisville, South Branch, MI 48761, Phone: (989) 785-0600

Heritage House Realty Of Oscoda [Realtor], 212 North State Street, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-2131

Home Hunter Realty, L.L.C. [Realtor], 3991 North US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-2557

Tube Forming & Machine [Manufacturer, Machine & Welding Shop], 4614 Industrial Row, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, Phone: (989) 739-3323

Tuttle Marsh Wildlife Area (Wildlife Viewing Area)

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

Cathy's Hallmark [Gift Shop], 123 South State Street, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-9741

Indoor Flea Market [Flea Market, Antique Shop], 317 N. US-23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-5310

Lock Stock & Barrel, 4494 N US Highway 23, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-4760

Research Unlimited - The World’s Lagest Treasure Book Catalog, P.O. Box 219, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, Phone: (989) 739-3294

Wooden Nickle Antiques [Antique Shop], 110 Park Street, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-7490

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