Old Orchard Campground

The Great Outdoors

Oscoda, Michigan, is a haven for outdoor lovers and one place to check out when you book a campervan rental near Oscoda Beach Park. On the shores of Lake Huron, the park boasts several hundred feet of gently sloping beaches and opportunities for all kinds of recreation. The park features playgrounds, a basketball court, a skateboard park, and a boardwalk. There are also bathhouses, grills, picnic pavilions, picnic tables, and other family-friendly amenities. Best of all, it's only a few miles from downtown Oscoda.Huron-Manistee National Forest is another impressive destination when you book an RV in Iosco County. The nearly one-million-acre forest lies between Lake Michigan and Lake Huron on the northern half of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. No matter when you visit, there is so much to do and see that you could spend weeks here and not even skim the surface of all the place has to offer. Paddle on one of five Wild and Scenic Rivers. Strap on your hiking boots and set out for the North Country National Scenic Trail, or get your adrenaline pumping on hundreds of miles of ATV and motorcycle trails. Test your luck at hunting, go ice fishing, or just set up a campsite and see where each day leads.Tawas Point State Park in East Tawas, Michigan, is located on Lake Huron in northern Michigan. The park covers 183 acres and has been referred to as the "Cape Cod of the Midwest." In the park, visitors will find the Tawas Point Lighthouse, a Victorian-era style beacon. Besides visiting the lighthouse, guests to the park can bike, boat, cross-country ski, fish, hike, and swim. The park is also celebrated for birdwatching and wildlife viewing.

Exploring the City

Should you want to familiarize yourself with the local area, Iosco County Historical Museum is just the place to visit. The museum is housed in a historic home that's over a century old and filled with artifacts and memorabilia from all over Iosco County. While touring, you'll learn about the local industry, culture, families, and tradition. Whether you're a resident or just staying in an Oscoda campground, you're sure to leave the museum with a newfound respect for this small Michigan town.The Wurtsmith Air Museum is a military aviation museum. Boasting three hangars full of military and flight history, visitors can check out aircraft displays, equipment, artifacts, and memorabilia from Wurtsmith Air Force Base. Whether you're an aviation aficionado or just looking to kill some time when you rent a camper near Old Orchard Campground, you won't be disappointed when you stop by the museum. Inside, you'll find letters from the Korean War, WWI flight manuals and dog tags, women in the military exhibits, Vietnam medals and patches, submarine models, and much more. Educational and informative, it's a neat place to learn about the nation's history when you're in town.Take in local sights when you hop aboard the AuSable River Queen. The River Queen is the only double-decker paddlewheel riverboat of its kind and offers visitors a variety of tours. Guests can enjoy two-hour excursions that offer wildlife viewing and stunning scenery as the boat's captain narrates the area's vibrant history. Riverboat tours are especially popular in the fall when the changing leaves transform the forest into an artist's palette, so be sure to make advanced reservations. For your convenience, the boat's lower deck is heated, and there are snack bars and restrooms on board.Old Orchard Campground is an excellent place to stay when you visit northeast Michigan. Near some of the area's most beautiful features, you won't have a hard time finding something to keep you engaged. If you're looking for a vacation that's a little off the beaten path, that's what you'll get when you visit. So what are you waiting for? Book your Oscoda RV rental today, and start exploring.