Location: Oscoda
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Oscoda is an unincorporated community in the U.S. state of Michigan located on the northern side of the Au Sable River where it enters Lake Huron. The community of Au Sable is on the other side of the river. Oscoda is in Oscoda Township in Iosco County, and not in Oscoda County, which is to the northwest. The 1990 census population was 1,061, although 3,000 personnel were stationed at nearby Wurtsmith Air Force Base. Oscoda is a census-designated place (CDP) for statistical purposes. As of the 2000 census (several years after the closure of the air force base), the population was 992, and in 2010 the population was 903. The post office at Oscoda first opened with the name AuSable on September 23, 1856. The name changed to Oscoda on July 1, 1875.
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1. Iargo Springs
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By rcw923 - Canton, United States
This was hands down the best stop on the River Road Scenic anyway. It is 300 steps to get down (and back up) but there are platforms and benches along the way to stop and rest. When you get down to the bottom, there is a long network of boardwalks and lookout points along the River. We had thought that the springs was just 1 spring (the water falling over the logs that is in so many pictures). It’s actually a huge network of springs. It is so peaceful, I could have spent longer there just listening to the springs and enjoying the sounds of nature. I can see why the Native Americans viewed it as a spiritual place because I felt it!
2. River Road Scenic Byway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By NancyG202 - Boyne City, United States
My husband and I spent 3 days in Oscoda, Mi and took a half day to drive the River Road Scenic Byway. We didn't know what to expect at the height of the summer, but the drive and the many stops along the way were terrific. All of the turnoffs are clearly marked along this 23-mile byway, all were very clean, including the restrooms', and all offered wonderful views of the Au Sable River. If you like to walk in the woods, ride a bike, or gaze at the water, this is the place for you. Many of the turnoffs have picnic tables, which make River Road Scenic Byway a great place for a picnic! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this drive to family and friends. And we look forward to returning later this year for the fall colors.
3. Lumberman's Monument
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4.5 based on 170 reviews
Reviewed By D1244WGbrendac
it's a wonderful place to go a lot of educational stuff for the kids a lot of hiking trails a lot of steps for exercise and it's a good education family-oriented place highly recommend it to everybody and you will love it
4. Oscoda Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By ShelleyGood
Oscoda Michigan had one of the most beautiful beaches in the State. It has miles of soft Sandy beaches and fresh clean water to swim in. The sunrises are amazing. It's also very affordable.
5. Hilltop Bar and Grill
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 17 reviews
