Special Statement from the Gaylord Area Convention & Tourism Bureau:

As you may know, Gaylord and much of northern Michigan was hit by an ice storm that started on March 29th. Most of our community has been without power since that time. If you plan to travel to the area in the next few weeks, please call ahead first to ensure you will have power and access to your lodging. 

There are many trees and powerlines down, but the amazing linemen and first responders are working tirelessly to restore everything. We appreciate their efforts more than words can say!

Please bear with us as we work on clearing our roads and trails; the cleanup may take some time. We’re optimistic that our community will come together, just like before, to reclaim Gaylord as the outdoor wonderland we all love.

Thanks for your patience and support! Stay tuned for updates on our progress—we can’t wait to welcome you back!

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.

There’s nothing like springtime in Gaylord, Michigan! We wait in anticipation for flowers to bud and morel mushrooms to emerge from the ground that was blanketed with snow only weeks ago. It’s time to get outdoors and explore our trail systems, parks and preserves, while appreciating all Northern Michigan has to offer!

Morel Mushrooms: The Fickle Fungus and How To Find It

Morels are often described as the “steak” of the mushroom world, a delicacy hidden among last autumn’s remaining dried leaves and the bright green mossy cover of early spring. While mouthwateringly delicious, this most sought after tidbit can be difficult to find, to say the least. 

We have some helpful hints for those wishing to seek out this coveted treat, and believe me, you’ll need them! Mushroom picking spots are nearly sacred in our neck of the woods and no one is about to give up their GPS coordinates and risk missing out on one savory morsel!