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Welcome to Gaylord, Michigan!

An outdoor paradise for every season and every pursuit.

Breathe in fresh forest air and glide along pristine waterways in Gaylord, Michigan. Here, there’s enough room to roam and enough unspoiled wilderness to go around! Located in the heart of northern Michigan, Gaylord is the perfect place to gear up for adventure and unwind in nature. Bountiful forest trails, winding rivers, over 90 sparkling inland lakes, and four seasons make Gaylord the ultimate outdoor playground.

Fall in Gaylord, Michigan is pure bliss! It’s the perfect time to get outdoors and explore our colorful trail systems, scenic vistas, and vast expanses of forest. Along with our natural resources, you’ll love visiting Gaylord to shop, dine, and go for a hay ride at Fleming Farm. Join us for serene outdoor activities, special fall events, and unique up-north experiences while appreciating all the beauty Michigan has to offer.

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Top 5 Fall Activities

Color Tours

Enjoy picturesque color tours throughout our community at your own pace or through special events! Take a scenic drive down any road, follow our mapped out fall driving routes to breathtaking overlooks, or explore stunning golf courses during special events at both Otsego Resort and Treetops Resort.

Color Tours

Top 5 Fall Activities

Elk Viewing

While you’re out enjoying Gaylord’s plentiful trail systems, keep your eyes peeled to catch a glimpse of one of the largest free-roaming elk herds east of the Mississippi. Or, for a guaranteed sighting, head to the City Elk Park, just a few blocks from the downtown district. Fall is the perfect time to witness the elk in all their glory.

ELK VIEWING

Top 5 Fall Activities

Scenic Vistas

Gaylord is simply stunning in the fall, and it doesn’t matter which direction you take. The canopy of crimson and amber will only be here to dazzle you for a short time. For that reason, we have listed our favorite places so you can make the most of your color tour. We’re happy to share our top 5 scenic fall vistas with you in our blog.

TOP 5 SCENIC FALL VISTAS

Top 5 Fall Activities

Biking

Gaylord is recognized as a top biking destination during every season, but fall is exceptionally spectacular! The scene here is diverse, from picturesque paved routes to undulating single tracks at Aspen Park, Shingle Mill Pathway and Pine Baron Pathway to the crown jewel of all trails – the North Central State Trail.

Biking

Top 5 Fall Activities

Hiking

Get a close up look at nature’s glorious fall canvass while hiking Gaylord’s thickly-forested trails. Our hiking pathways are diverse and range from rolling hills and open fields to heavily wooded forests full of wildlife and autumn beauty.

HIKING

Elk Viewing in Gaylord, MI – An Epic Wildlife Adventure

Elk viewing in Otsego County is a must-do. Whether you’re trekking through the “Big Wild” of the Pigeon River Country State Forest or enjoying the close-up views at the City Elk Park, seeing these impressive animals in action is sure to be a highlight of your visit.

So, rally your crew, load up your gear and head to Gaylord, Michigan for a fun-filled elk adventure. It’s an experience you won’t forget!

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Gaylord may be known the world over for its outdoor recreation opportunities, but that’s only half the charm. Shop, sip, sample, and savor the best of Gaylord’s downtown scene.

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