Top Things to do in Great Lakes Bay
Top Hotels in Great Lakes Bay
- 1. Bavarian Inn Lodge
- 2. Frankenmuth Motel
- 3. The H Hotel
- 4. Drury Inn & Suites Frankenmuth
- 5. Americas Best Value Inn Birch Run
- 6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Frankenmuth, an IHG Hotel
- 7. Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City
- 8. Hampton Inn & Suites Saginaw
- 9. Baymont by Wyndham Midland
- 10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bay City - Riverfront
10 Nature & Parks in Great Lakes Bay That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Great Lakes Bay, United States including Midland City Forest, Bigelow Park, The Fun Zone - Plymouth Park, Zilwaukee Riverfront Park, Chippewa Nature Center, Saginaw Valley Rail Trail, Dow Gardens, The Lucille E. Andersen Memorial Garden, Riverwalk Pier, Wenonah Park.
Restaurants in Great Lakes Bay
1. Midland City Forest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
2. Bigelow Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
3. The Fun Zone - Plymouth Park
4. Zilwaukee Riverfront Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
5. Chippewa Nature Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By Rachel_Marie_Be - Midland, United States
The Chippewa Nature Center is a wonderful resource for people in the area and a fun attraction for visiting nature lovers. The Center includes acres of natural land to explore on your own, but they also host events (check their website!) if that's more your style. If you live nearby, I highly recommend their programs and summer camps for children. Your kids will have a blast and learn a lot about the natural world and Chippewa culture. If you're planning a visit, check out Maple Syrup Day (usually in February or March), where you can help craft maple syrup and enjoy the fruits of your labor with a delicious pancake lunch!
6. Saginaw Valley Rail Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By buckeyeblazer - Upper Sandusky, United States
This rail trail is well maintained. The trail is paved and smooth. There is a side trail that goes to several eateries in Saginaw. There was plenty of parking when we were there. Distance round trip with extension was around 24 miles.
7. Dow Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 547 reviews
Since being established in 1899, as a home for Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow and family, the 110-acre Dow Gardens now welcomes more than 300,000 guests per year. Visitors are invited to leave the pathway and explore the uniquely-designed landscape, take a tour of the historic Pines Home, participate in one of many hands-on educational programs, and discover beautiful art and music in a relaxed setting. Dow Gardens is comprised of an Estate Garden, Exploration Garden, and Whiting Forest, which is home to the nation’s longest forest canopy walk.
Reviewed By NativeMichigander - Michigan, United States
This is a wonderful adventure particularly for young children. Gorgeous interactive water feature. Send rubber duckies down the river, climb giant rocks, swing, walk through the forest, or climb on the rope bridge in the tree tops. They also have nice seating for parents, coffee and pastries.
8. The Lucille E. Andersen Memorial Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Experience the award winning Andersen Enrichment Center for meetings, weddings, receptions, and other life events. The center is located in the heart of Saginaw's park district and adjoins the beautiful Lucille Andersen Rose Garden. Our on-of-a-kind atmosphere accommodates up to 150 guests. You may provide your own food and refreshments or select a caterer of your choice to suit your food service needs. A wall of french doors creates an elegant entrance to the Garden Room, which offers a panoramic view of the rose garden.
9. Riverwalk Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By ael48601 - Seattle, United States
Living in the old town area for a few months I ran here almost every evening. People also fish, skateboard and roller skate here. It has great sunsets in the evening with plenty of dining and bar options near the old downtown area.
10. Wenonah Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By Wendylady52 - Detroit, United States
This is a very pretty and relaxing park to just wander through or sit down and take in the beauty of the park and the river. Ths is just steps away from the Doubletree by Hilton hotel. Be sure to make this a stop when visiting Bay City, Michigan.
