Grayling, MI

Travel Guide

Grayling
Grayling
Photo by Angie Bell
Photo by Angie Bell
Photo by Angie Bell

Mountains, rivers, forests and wildlife make this northern Michigan town a must-see vacation destination for outdoor types.

With skiing, hiking and wildlife spotting, Grayling is an excellent destination for year-round outdoor adventures. The city is located in Michigan’s northern Lower Peninsula and attracts both nature lovers and thrill seekers.

Canoe or kayak along the AuSable River that runs through the city. The waterway also passes through forests of birch and cedar trees. Try to spot some of the local wildlife such as mink and deer. Nearby is the Manistee River which locals say is even better for wildlife watching. 

Take advantage of miles of paved and unpaved trails throughout the Grayling area. Hike through the hills and forested areas of Hartwick Pines State Park. Rent a mountain bike and explore more than 20 miles (32 kilometers) of trails at the Hanson Hills Recreation Area. Autumn is a great time to visit for the colorful foliage. Come back to Hanson during the winter for downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing and cross-country skiing. Beginners can master skiing or boarding with lessons from the snow sports school.

The hills, valleys, lakes, rivers and forests of northern Michigan offer ample bird-watching opportunities. Book your spot on a guided tour to see Michigan’s rarest bird, the Kirtland warbler. Photograph American bitterns, yellow throats and blue jays on the Dyer Truck Trail.

Get in touch with the region’s past by exploring its historic sites. See artifacts of everyday life from the turn of the 20th century at the Crawford County Historical Museum. Stroll through the Beal Tree Plantation that was planted in 1888. Step inside the Lone Pine School, a one-room log schoolhouse.

For a fun-filled few hours with the family, go to the Grayling Fish Hatchery. Tour the grounds and feed trout in the ponds. For a small fee you can also catch the fish. No fishing license is required.

Grayling is a great place for action and adventure, and there are also plenty of places to unwind such as golf courses, parks and downtown restaurants.

Ramada Hotel & Conference Center by Wyndham Grayling

Ramada Hotel & Conference Center by Wyndham Grayling

2.5 out of 5
2650 I-75 Business Loop, Grayling, MI
The price is NT$2,516 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
NT$2,516
NT$2,717 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Grayling. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.2/10 (1,016 reviews)
"Nice stuff for children to play with"

Reviewed on 2025/7/30

Ramada Hotel & Conference Center by Wyndham Grayling
Days Inn by Wyndham Grayling

Days Inn by Wyndham Grayling

2 out of 5
2556 Business Loop South, Grayling, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$3,024 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
NT$3,024
NT$3,266 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grayling. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (804 reviews)
"This property is convenient to downtown Grayling is clean and very welcoming. Comfortable and spacious room and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 2025/8/2

Days Inn by Wyndham Grayling
Super 8 by Wyndham Grayling

Super 8 by Wyndham Grayling

2 out of 5
5828 Nelson A Miles Pkwy, Grayling, MI
The price is NT$2,694 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
NT$2,694
NT$2,909 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Grayling. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Worth the price"

Reviewed on 2025/8/3

Super 8 by Wyndham Grayling
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Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Gabriel Richard Apartments Downtown

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Gabriel Richard Apartments Downtown

3.5 out of 5
305 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Detroit. Enjoy a fitness center, concierge services, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,376 reviews)
"Good location, convenient to ball park and other dining locations. Very spacious apartment with nice views and good value for price. Downsides were the rug in the apartment was not super clean and the kitchen had very limited utensils for cooking. But, overall it was definitely worth the price for ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/3

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Gabriel Richard Apartments Downtown
Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit

Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit

4 out of 5
139 Cadillac Square, Detroit, MI
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (564 reviews)
"A bit unsafe location"

Reviewed on 2025/8/4

Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit
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4 out of 5
212 S 4th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Ann Arbor. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Michigan Stadium and Briarwood ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (330 reviews)
"Very clean property with everything you need."

Reviewed on 2025/8/4

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