Things To Do

Small Town Living...Big Time Recreation!

Our neighborhoods and rural residential areas offer a wide range of lifestyle choices. Housing options include home sites overlooking the Au Gres River, Saginaw Bay and Lake Huron; country homes on wooded lots teaming with nature; family-friendly neighborhoods on tree-lined streets; seasonal rentals; and, custom-built homes for empty-nesters. Regardless of where you live or play, Au Gres offers a unique lifestyle experience for everyone!

Featuring Au Gres Riverside Park

Au Gres Riverside Park Splash Pad OPENS Annually Starting the Friday of Memorial Day Weekend!

While you are in-town stop by the park and let the kids enjoy playing in the water from 11am - 8pm starting on the Friday of Memorial Weekend and going through Labor Day!! No fee, just push the BLUE BUTTON to activate the water and then sit back and enjoy!

ALSO — DID YOU KNOW: Au Gres Riverside Park offers Public Boat slips which can be used for the day and overnight!! Just take a drive up the Au Gres River, dock your boat and plan to go out to eat or come play at the splash pad/playscape or utilize our fish cleaning station! Haven't caught your limit for the day?! No problem — we offer a barrier-free fish free fishing pier on-site. We also have public restrooms for your convenience!

Our daily boat tie up for less than 6 hours is free, our overnight rates do apply (see below), please call City of Au Gres Riverfront Campground at 989-876-8310 to reserve your spot for this season!

We would love to have you visit our City and parks by docking your boat at Au Gres Riverside Park. We see this as a great location which is centrally located in our downtown area that offers something for everyone; a splash pad & playscape for the kids, farm market for shopping and a fish cleaning station for fishing groups. Also on-site, our Riverside Park pavilion, which is available for rent! A great venue for birthday parties, family gatherings etc. It is a very popular rental site with a very reasonable fee of $35 for 3 hours. If you have any questions The City of Au Gres Parks part-time crew maintains the park, buildings and lot and we are here to help.

The Au Gres Riverside Park is a municipal owned and operated facility. If you have any questions, please contact the City of of Au Gres at 989-876-8310 during regular business hours.

Splash Pad Operating Instructions

STEP on the BLUE SMARTPOINT (button) which is located in the center of the Splash Pad — In order to activate the water you must step barefoot on the BLUE SMARTPOINT or use your hands to activate the system. The Splash Pad will cycle various features for 5 minutes — You Can Re-activate by Stepping on BLUE SMARTPOINT.

More information about the The City of Au Gres Public Boat slips and overnight rates: City of Au Gres Riverfront Campground

CAMPERS

Daily : $10

Weekly: $50

Monthly: $150

Season: $400

NON CAMPER

Daily: $15

Weekly: $80

Monthly: $250

Season: $550

All reservations for boat slips or pavilion rental are made thru the City of Au Gres Riverfront Campground or by calling 989-876-8310. This is a work in progress during our construction phase- The City of Au Gres is currently updating bathhouse and electric/water at boat docks. Currently the public bathroom building is open but, showers are not and we cannot guarantee water and/or electric at boat docks.

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Recreation

Au Gres Boat Access Site

The Au Gres Boat Launch is one of the largest boat access sites to Lake Huron. Facilities include 4 boat ramps which can launch eight boats at one time, restrooms, and a pier along the Au Gres River and Saginaw Bay. Pier is used by walkers, joggers or just for a tranquil view of Saginaw Bay. Great fishing available along the piers. State of Michigan Recreation Passport is required for entry. Can buy annual recreation passport when you renew license plate tab through Secretary of State office for $11 annually. This allows access to all State of Michigan Boat launches.

Au Gres City Day-Use Park & Riverfront Campground

City of Au Gres Riverfront Campground has 109 camp sites available for daily, weekly, monthly or seasonal rates. All major credit cards are accepted. Call989-876-8310 for questions or reservations can be made online at http://cityofaugrescampground.com/reservations/. Inside the City Park, facilities for public to use include tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball court, baseball/softball fields, shuffleboard, horseshoes, and children’s playground and lighted riverfront walkway. All sporting equipment must be provided by patrons.

Arenac County Park & Beach

The Arenac County Park & Beach is located 3199 Rumsey Road, Au Gres, MI 48703. This facility includes cabins available for rent along with day-use Park with picnic tables, grills, volleyball, horseshoes and 900’ of sandy beach front. County Park which requires entry fee: $3 daily pass to walk or bike in, $5 daily pass per car county resident, $7 daily pass per car non-county resident, $30 season pass per car (includes admission to Oasis Lake Park, also in Arenac County). For cabin rental, please call 989-846-4146.

Au Gres Riverside Park

Owned by the City of Au Gres, the Au Gres Riverside Park is located on the Au Gres River at the US-23 Bridge in downtown Au Gres. The Park, which was once a "harbor of refuge" was deemed a harbor of refuge for boats to tie up in case of emergency but facilities were closed. The Riverside Park not only offers, boat docks but also a Riverside Water Pad and Playscape for the kids. The Park is within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, campground, ice cream, wine tasting shop and so much more! There is a total of 30 boat slips. Any questions should be addressed through the City of Au Gres, please call 989.876.8811

Riverside Park Mooring Fees

Non Camper Camper Rate

Daily $15 $10
(more than 6hrs or overnight)

Week $80 $50

Month $250 $150

Season $550 $400

No Guarantee on water / elec

Bathroom open / no shower

First come / first choice on dock (not all docks will be available)

Must register at campground upon arrival

Ph 989-876-8310

Open May 1^st – Sept 30th

Big Creek Ranch

Big Creek Ranch, 1143 Noggle Road, Au Gres. The Ranch provides exciting, affordable, quality bird hunts. Sprawling over 269 acres in an all natural, pristine Michigan tall grass and ditch line setting, our Ranch aspires to help the fine tradition of pheasant bird hunting grow in mid-Michigan. Whether your hunt is for family and friends, business associates or corporate events, the Big Creek Ranch LLC will make your experience a memorable one. We are located in a stunning and scenic area near Lake Huron with direct access to Big Creek Ranch LLC just ¾ mile off of US-23. Phone (989) 233-4545, website: www.huntbigcreekranch.com.

Point Au Gres Marina

New owners in 2015! Located on 2325 Green Drive, Au Gres. The marina with RV and tent sites available, rental boats with motors, perch fishing charter and bait and tackle store. Located directly on Saginaw Bay, closest point to Charity Islands. We promote our place as a “fish camp” having dockage and campsites. The unique features of Point Au Gres Marina and campground are that we are directly on Saginaw Bay. We feature a boat launch directly onto Saginaw Bay. Walleye, perch and bass fishing is right there. Green Drive bisects the 10 acre campground with the marina and boat launch on the east side of the road. A woods surrounds the campsites on the west side of the road. It is an easy walk to the water from the west side of the campground. There are 75 campsites and 80 boat docks. Campsites range from primitive to full hook-up with 30 and 50 amp service. There is a modern bathhouse with hot showers. All sites are grass. Some sites are in the sun and some sites are shaded. Open May 1 to October 1.

Huron Breeze Golf Club

Located just 4 ½ miles north of Au Gres on US-23 (5200 Huron Breeze Drive), Huron Breeze Gold Club will entertain you will a skillful design that incorporates pine and hardwood flanked fairways, strategic bunkering, and large duck ponds. You will find the generous landing areas and variety of tee areas will allow you to challenge yourself as much as you would like. Regardless of your skill level, you will enjoy the secluded feeling and blend of nature on each hole that make this a truly enjoyable golf experience. In addition, Huron Breeze offers a wide variety of dining opportunities and atmosphere that some consider the best of the Sunrise Side. Phone (989) 876-6868, website www.huronbreeze.com

Knoll View Golf Course

Golfing Knoll View is a fun experience for golfers of any age and caliber. Just two hours north of Detroit, Knoll View is conveniently located on US23 between M65 and the City of Au Gres, Michigan. This impeccable golf course offers 18 beautiful greens and a driving range, plus we’re still family owned and operated, so you can count on friendly, personalized service. Find us on Facebook and our website.

Singing Bridge Golf Course

Pine River Golf Course

Disc Golf

Gravelly Shoal Lighthouse

Come and see one of Michigan’s beautiful lighthouses. Point Lookout juts from the shore on the western shore of Lake Huron, approximately half-way between the mouth of the Saginaw River and Tawas Point. With only five to eighteen feet above it, Gravelly Shoal extends some 3 miles southeasterly from Point Lookout towards Big Charity Island. To help guide down-bound vessels headed for Saginaw Bay through the deeper water lying between the southeast end of Gravelly Shoal and Big Charity Island.

Biking / Walking

Within the Au Gres City limits, you will find the newer streets all are pedestrian-friendly with sidewalks for safe biking, walking, rollerblading or skateboarding. City’s bike trail project just recently finished which starts out from the Au Gres City Park on North Main Street and continues down South Main Street and going out all all the way out to the Au Gres State Boat Access Site/mouth of the Au Gres River.

Au Gres Fishing Piers

Within the Au Gres City limits, there are 3 public access, handicapped fishing piers along the Au Gres River that are open and available for the public to use. The first group of fishing piers is located inside the Au Gres City Campground, off of North Main Street, Au Gres. The second fishing pier is at the end of South Main Street, along the Au Gres River and the third fishing pier is at the end of Au Gres River Drive/Detroit Street. These are all owned and maintained by the City of Au Gres.

Canoeing / Kayaking / Tubing

Fishing Charters out of Au Gres

AbsoluteeLee Fun Charters: (989) 876-4729 | http://www.absolutleefun.com Bay Sportfishing Charters: (989) 385-1311 Bluebird Charters: (989) 820-4381 Carter’s Charter: (989) 876-2048 | http://www.upfirst.com/carterscharter/ JIREH Charters: (616) 293-1309 | http://jirehcharters.com Profishient Charters: (616) 836-0516 Termar Charters: (989) 846-8318 | http://www.termarcharters.com/index.html Trophy Specialist: (734) 475-9146 | http://www.trophyspecialists.com Wally J Fishing Charters: (989) 254-2123 | http://www.wallyjfishingcharters.com

Events

Au Gres offers a variety of events throughout the year. Stay updated by liking us on Facebook, or visit our City of Au Gres Riverfront Campground Events Calendar or click here for The City of Au Gres event calendar for information.

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City Facilities

Tennis/Pickleball Courts
Dog Park
Baseball Fields
Volleyball Court
Splash Pad
Fish Cleaning Station
Sanitation Station
Basketball Courts
Kayak Rental
Children's Play Area
Public Boat Slips
Lighted Riverfront Walkway
Pavilion by RESERVATION ONLY
Modern Bathhouse with hot showers
Pedestrian Bridge to Downtown Area

Area Attractions

Laundromat
Dog Park
3 Golf Courses
Hospital (nearby)
Hunting & Fishing
Chapel in the Park
Historical Museum
City Library- WIFI
State Boat Launch
County Public Beach
Canoes/Tubing Rental
Municipal Fire Department
Municipal Riverside Park
Splash Pad & Play Area
Saganing-Eagles Landing Casino
Local and County Law Enforcement

Au Gres Points of Interest

ANTIQUES

ARTS & CRAFTS/VARIETY STORES

AUTOMOTIVE PARTS/SERVICE/REPAIR

CITY FACILITIES FOR RENT

Chapel in the Park 989-876-8811
Old historic German chapel in the Michigan Avenue Park available for rental for tours, weddings, funerals, etc. Contact Au Gres City Hall for details.

City Pavilion 989-876-8811
Pavilion available for rent to large groups for wedding receptions, graduation parties, family reunions, etc. Contact Au Gres City Hall for details.

Harbor Pavilion 989-876-8811
Pavilion available for rent for gatherings such as graduations parties, family reunions, birthday parties etc. Contact Au Gres City Hall for details.

DOG PARK DOG MAINTENANCE

DUMPSTERS

ENTERTAINMENT

Disc Golf/Industrial Park 989-876-8811

Elusive Escape Games 989-646-0294

Waterfront Walkways 989-876-8811

One-Half Mile of boardwalk along Au Gres River into Saginaw Bay.

Lighted Riverfront Walkway via Au Gres City Park along Au Gres River

Bike Path – 4 miles-Downtown to mouth of Au Gres River

City of Au Gres Splash Pad - seasonal open Memorial Day to Labor Day

Au Gres Riverside Park, Home of the splash pad - Free of charge

FARMER’S MARKET

FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

FINANCIAL SERVICES

FISHING

EVERYWHERE!!

Au Gres City Fishing Access Sites

2 handicapped accessible sites located on the Au Gres River and owned by the City are open to the public to use. These sites are located at end of Main Street and Detroit Street.

Au Gres City Riverfront Park 989-876-8310

Handicapped accessible fishing piers located in the City Park and open to the public.

Breakwall

Located at the end of Main Street and accessible through the City of Au Gres boat access site (daily and annual permits available). An excellent fishing site along the one-half mile walkway along the Au Gres River into Saginaw Bay.

FISHING BAIT-TACKLE-SPORTING GOODS

LAWN SERVICE AND LANDSCAPING

LIBRARY

LUMBER YARD

MARINAS/BOAT LAUNCHES/BOAT SALES/REPAIRS

All Season Marine (Pat/Roger Schwiderson) 989-876-9599 Au Gres Marine 989-876-8587 Sales, service, parts, accessories & Storage. Au Gres Yacht Club & Marina 989-876-8155 Private Condo Association. 989-876-8155 Au Gres State Docks/Harbor of Refuge 989-362-2731 8 docks available for launching boats. Annual launch permits available. Harbortown Marina (Private) Inland Marine (Mike Horton) 989-876-7185 Boat slips available along with boat sales, repairs, and parts. Marine Transport 989-876-7915 Northport Marina 989-876-8840 Boat slips available along with boat sales, repairs, parts and gas. Point AuGres Marina & Campground 989-876-7314 Sagar Creek Marina (Private)

Au Gres Riverside Park 989-876-8811 - Located at the former State harbor of Refuge area. Amenities include: play area, farmers market, large pavilion, splash pad & fish cleaning station. Operated by The City of Au Gres and open free to the public

Arenac County Park 989-846-6188 - Located on Lake Huron with 900' of sandy beach. Amenities include: picnic tables, grills, volleyball, horseshoes. Daily or seasonal pass available.

Au Gres City Riverfront Park 989-876-8310 - Located with the Au Gres City Campground is day use park with swings, basketball courts, tennis courts, baseball fields, and children’s play area.

KinderPlatz Park - Located off of Michigan Avenue is day use park with children’s play area and picnic tables

Old Airport Disc Golf Course 989-876-8811 - Located in Industrial Parkway off Court Street. This 18 hole course was Established in 1999. Free to public.

QUILTING

REAL ESTATE

RESTAURANTS/PUBS/EATERIES

RESTORATION SERVICE

SALONS/BARBERS

SEPTIC SERVICE

SPORTING GOODS