Chalet on Charlene - Things to check out!
Food scene
Now located in Roscommon. Yummy breakfast and lunch options at affordable prices.
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The Bird and The Bear Grill
205 N Cut RdNow located in Roscommon. Yummy breakfast and lunch options at affordable prices.
Great place to gather for a good meal and a cold beverage. Different meal specials are offered each night. Great PIZZA! And, there is a Bowling Alley attached.
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Fred's of Roscommon
430 N 5th StGreat place to gather for a good meal and a cold beverage. Different meal specials are offered each night. Great PIZZA! And, there is a Bowling Alley attached.
Pine Pantry
3556 East Higgins Lake DriveMel's Pine Pantry features made to order homestyle cooking!
Silver Dollar Pub & Grill
9925 W Higgins Lake DrLocated on the northwest side of Higgins Lake.
Good food! Conveniently located between Higgins Lake and Houghton Lake.
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Spikehorn Restaurant & Lounge
4955 E Houghton Lake DrGood food! Conveniently located between Higgins Lake and Houghton Lake.
Located near the South Higgins Lake State Park. Features pizza and other take out meals. Plus, Ice Cream!
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The Polar Parlor Pizza & Ice Cream
303 W Higgins Lake DrLocated near the South Higgins Lake State Park. Features pizza and other take out meals. Plus, Ice Cream!
Full service menu. Full service bar. Located on the banks of the Cut River
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Cut River Grille
1136 East Higgins Lake DriveFull service menu. Full service bar. Located on the banks of the Cut River
BEECHWOOD Cafe
Great made to order breakfast, brunch and lunch!
Great place to grab a coffee and homemade cookies, and other tasty treats. Features Bagels and smears, soup of the day. Browse the variety of locally made items during your visit.
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Made UP NORTH
704 Lake StGreat place to grab a coffee and homemade cookies, and other tasty treats. Features Bagels and smears, soup of the day. Browse the variety of locally made items during your visit.
State Park
South Higgins Lake has beautiful sandy beaches and the water is shallow close to the shore. There is a boat launch available. This state park has great walking trails and a well-supplied park store.
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South Higgins Lake State Park
106 State Park DrSouth Higgins Lake has beautiful sandy beaches and the water is shallow close to the shore. There is a boat launch available. This state park has great walking trails and a well-supplied park store.
Beautiful beaches, great walking trails, boat launch, campground are just a few of the features of this beautiful park.
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North Higgins Lake State Park
11747 N Higgins Lake DrBeautiful beaches, great walking trails, boat launch, campground are just a few of the features of this beautiful park.
Located just north of Grayling off I-75, Hartwick Pines State Park has a great museum featuring the lumbering era. The walking trails are excellent.
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Hartwick Pines State Park
3612 State Park DrLocated just north of Grayling off I-75, Hartwick Pines State Park has a great museum featuring the lumbering era. The walking trails are excellent.
Ice Cream!
An ice cream icon during the summer! Nibbles offers both hand dipped and soft serve in a variety of flavors.
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Nibbles Ice Cream Store
45 E Higgins Lake DrAn ice cream icon during the summer! Nibbles offers both hand dipped and soft serve in a variety of flavors.
Food and Beverage
There are Family Fare Supermarkets located in Roscommon, Houghton Lake and Grayling.
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Family Fare Supermarket
2470 I-75BLThere are Family Fare Supermarkets located in Roscommon, Houghton Lake and Grayling.
Although you have to drive a bit further, there is a Meijer store in West Branch (south on I-to 75) and Gaylord (north on I-75!
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Meijer
250 Meijer DrAlthough you have to drive a bit further, there is a Meijer store in West Branch (south on I-to 75) and Gaylord (north on I-75!
R&J's Best Choice Market Place
8982 Old US Hwy 27Great fresh meats. The best Feta spread ever.
Bob's Butcher Shop
710 Lake StLocated in downtown Roscommon! Great local butcher shop.
Fifth Street Market has an amazing selection of beers and wines. Located in downtown Roscommon.
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Fifth Street Market
104 N 5th StFifth Street Market has an amazing selection of beers and wines. Located in downtown Roscommon.
Winter At Higgins Lake
Cross Country Ski Headquarters maintains beautifully groomed trails. Nordic, Skate skiing trails are available.. There is also a trail specifically designated for snowshoeing. You can purchase or rent equipment. The clothing and accessories are top-notch.
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Cross Country Ski Headquarters
9435 N Cut RdCross Country Ski Headquarters maintains beautifully groomed trails. Nordic, Skate skiing trails are available.. There is also a trail specifically designated for snowshoeing. You can purchase or rent equipment. The clothing and accessories are top-notch.
Things To Do
Roscommon Zoo
6327 M-18Located on M-18, a great family adventure.
Wellington Farm Park
6944 S Military RdThis is a great place for learning little about the history of this area.
Putt Putt golf is always a choice for some family fun!
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Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
1256 W West Branch RdPutt Putt golf is always a choice for some family fun!
Ye Olde Country Club
904 W Sunset DrGolf in Roscommon
Fox Run Country Club
5825 W 4 Mile RdGolf near Grayling
The Quest Golf Course
119 Questview DrGolf near Houghton Lake
https://www.questgolfcourse.com
A leisurely paddle on the AuSable refreshes your soul!
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Campbell's Canoe & Kayak Livery
1112 Lake StA leisurely paddle on the AuSable refreshes your soul!
Who knew that there was an amusement park this close to Higgins Lake / Roscommon? Rides, bumper cars, for older kids and adults. Little ones will enjoy rides that are just their size! Complete with popcorn and cotton candy. Less that an hour drive from Roscommon.
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Cedar Valley's Wild Frontier Fun Park
3780 Weaver RdWho knew that there was an amusement park this close to Higgins Lake / Roscommon? Rides, bumper cars, for older kids and adults. Little ones will enjoy rides that are just their size! Complete with popcorn and cotton candy. Less that an hour drive from Roscommon.
About an hour north, Avalanche Bay is a fun indoor waterpark with something for all ages! While you're in the area, you might want to cross the Skybridge at Boyne!
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Overdekt waterpark Avalanche Bay
1 Boyne Mountain RdAbout an hour north, Avalanche Bay is a fun indoor waterpark with something for all ages! While you're in the area, you might want to cross the Skybridge at Boyne!
Michigan's "other bridge"! Located near Boyne Mountain Resort, this is a new addition to northern Michigan, offering spectacular views of the beautiful slice of northern Michigan. Make a day of it and spend some time at Avalanche Bay Waterpark - also located at Boyne Mountain Resort.
SkyBridge Michigan
Michigan's "other bridge"! Located near Boyne Mountain Resort, this is a new addition to northern Michigan, offering spectacular views of the beautiful slice of northern Michigan. Make a day of it and spend some time at Avalanche Bay Waterpark - also located at Boyne Mountain Resort.
Sightseeing
Only 1.5 hours north on I-75, Mackinaw Island is a great place to visit during your stay at the Chalet on Charlene! No motorized vehicles - bicycles, horses and, of course walking, are the main sources of transportation. Fudge and ice cream are in abundant supply. Spectacular views of the Mackinaw Bridge! You might want to take the ferry to the island from St. Ignace If you've not driven across the bridge before. Be sure to visit the Grand Hotel - which features one of the longest porches in the world.
mACKINAC iSLAND
Only 1.5 hours north on I-75, Mackinaw Island is a great place to visit during your stay at the Chalet on Charlene! No motorized vehicles - bicycles, horses and, of course walking, are the main sources of transportation. Fudge and ice cream are in abundant supply. Spectacular views of the Mackinaw Bridge! You might want to take the ferry to the island from St. Ignace If you've not driven across the bridge before. Be sure to visit the Grand Hotel - which features one of the longest porches in the world.