Location: Fort Gratiot
Top Things to do in Fort Gratiot
- 1. Solitude Links Golf Course & Banquet Center
- 2. Lakeport State Park
- 3. Fort Gratiot Lighthouse
- 4. McCallum's Orchard & Cider Mill
- 5. Marysville City Park
- 6. Blue Water Bridge
- 7. Wills Sainte Claire Automobile Museum
- 8. Grant Township Park
- 9. Blue Water River Walk
- 10. Maritime Center at Vantage Point
10 Things to Do in Fort Gratiot That You Shouldn't Miss
Fort Gratiot Township is a charter township of St. Clair County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 10,691 at the 2000 census. It is named for Fort Gratiot, an American fort located there off and on between 1814 and 1879.
Restaurants in Fort Gratiot
1. Solitude Links Golf Course & Banquet Center
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Solitude Links Golf Course and Banquet Center is a premier golf course located in St. Clair County, Michigan. The four tee boxes range from 6711 yards at the championship tees to 4289 yards at the forward tees offering experienced and novice golfers alike a playable and satisfying round of golf. The course is designed for all skill levels, and the surroundings provide a dramatically different experience each time it is played.
Reviewed By Lou093 - Toronto
Three of us played on this wonderful course yesterday. Conditions were excellent but pace was incredibly slow for mid-afternoon on a Thursday. There is water everywhere but the course is very fair. I recommend two rounds if you are coming for one day only. The facilities are excellent for food and events.
2. Lakeport State Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By healinghands - Michigan
This was our first time visiting this park. All grass sites, huge, many pull-throughs. The campground has two sections: north- has playground equipment and some views of the water; south- has paved sites, more secluded and a bit farther to the beach. Beach on south end is less open.
3. Fort Gratiot Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 181 reviews
The Fort Gratiot Light Station is the oldest lighthouse in Michigan, 2nd oldest on the Great Lakes. The current tower was erected in 1829 and has helped guide mariners and ships for over 187 years between Lake Huron and the St. Clair River. Deeded to St. Clair County Parks & Recreation Commission in 2011, this 5 acre campus has already seen restoration of several of the seven buildings on site, with more improvements planned every year. The Port Huron Museum operates the activities at the site. Various programs include "Overnight at the Light, where groups of 20 - 40 people can spend the night in the remodeled, 1872 Duplex. A beautiful gift shop, guided tours for only $7.00, spacious grounds, programming and exhibits go on throughout the season (May - December). Also available for special events: weddings , reunions, parties and professional & social events. OPEN: Now through November 13,2016: Sat./Sun. only, 11 am - 5 pm November 19 - December 18, 2016: Sat. 11 am - 8 pm for Candlelight Tours;Sundays 11 am - 5 pm December 27-29, 2016 11 am - 5 pm December 30: CLOSED UNTIL MAY 4, 2017, except for special events and Overnights. Looking forward to welcoming you!
Reviewed By carol23k - Saginaw, Michigan
The grounds of the lighthouse are near a sandy beach and used for weddings and special occasions that can affect whether the light keeper quarters are open to view. The former Fort Gratiot hospital building is being renovated after being used as two homes then moved to this location. The 94 steps to the top of the lighthouse yields a panoramic view of Lake Huron & the St. Clair River with a guide to provide valuable historical information.
4. McCallum's Orchard & Cider Mill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Greg D - Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan
We were exploring the area near Lakeport State Park and came across the sign for this orchard. We were in the mood for plain doughnuts and fresh cider. We met he owner and asked for plain doughnuts and he told us we couldn't get them there, he only makes fresh apple and sugar coated and other varietals. We were skeptical but proceeded with caution. The cider was so good, it was subtle with several distinct flavors. So delicious. The doughnuts were also exceptional.
You can pick apples, buy toys and other farm oriented jams, honeys and even wines. They grow 16 varietals and use them all in making the cider. Delicious!!!
5. Marysville City Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Bernardo F - New York City, New York
it's a nice decent park. It was clean and there was plenty of green space, parking and areas for walking and biking.
6. Blue Water Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 335 reviews
Reviewed By JanetDP - Ontario, Canada
I love to sit and watch the boats and ships go by while sitting under the bridge --- tons of french fry options here if this is your thing. Parking can be hard to find as it is so busy on nice days.
7. Wills Sainte Claire Automobile Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Richard M - Hastings, Michigan
The Wills Museum is a one marque museum; it centers around a very fine automobile produced in the 1920's by one of the most interesting of early auto pioneers, C. Harold Wills. These cars are "known of" by car nuts, but they are rare and not much more than name recognition is usually involved. Wills was with Henry Ford in the beginning as chief engineer and so valued by Ford that he was the highest paid employee in history. When he left Ford (on good terms) to start his own corporation, his severance was 1.9 million, and that was in 1919. About 4,000 cars were produced until the 1920's depression put the car out of business. They were advanced - single overhead cam V-8's in 1920! They were beautiful, and their performance was record breaking. This museum has excellent exhibits and the cars are as beautiful as they are rare. This museum is supported by the loving owners and the town of Marysville, immediately south of Port Huron, Michigan, where Wills decided to build his manufacturing empire. There's so much more to this fascinating bit of history.
The Museum is a must if you're a vintage car buff, but one thing will ask for a little patience; the museum is only open from 1-5 pm on the 2nd Sunday of the month. BUT... it's worth the extra scheduling. The folks at the museum couldn't be friendlier. The building is unique, but that's another story. GIVE THIS ONE A TRY.
8. Grant Township Park
Overall Ratings
3 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Bernardo F - New York City, New York
A nice small park, it was well maintained and clean and there was a small parking lot. A little green space, and a playground for kids. Picnic areas too.
9. Blue Water River Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By LouBobHarborSprings - Harbor Springs, Michigan
One of Port Huron's chief attractions, overlooking the St. Clair River. It is nice to see the city of Port Huron preserve the view for public use rather than allowing commercial construction.
10. Maritime Center at Vantage Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By BrklynTravel - Brooklyn, New York
The museum itself doesn't have a lot on display, but it does have good information about the freighters passing by and the staff (and volunteers) are a wealth of maritime information in general. You can walk outside and enjoy riverside viewing, which really gives you a good sense of just how large the freighters are. And, absolutely do not leave until you've bought a donut. They are worth the visit alone, but beware that I've stopped in at mid-day to find the trays empty.
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