Location: Grayling
Top Things to do in Grayling
Top 7 Things to do Good for Kids in Grayling, Michigan (MI)
Grayling /ˈɡreɪlɪŋ/ is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the county seat of Crawford County. The population was 1,884 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Grayling
1. Borchers Canoe & Kayak
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 157 reviews
Borchers Canoe & Kayak is family owned, operated, and oriented. We provide canoe & kayak rental on the beautiful AuSable River. Trips ranges in length from 2 1/2 - 5 1/2 hour daytrips to overnight camping trips. Our bed & breakfast provides riverfront accommodations year round. Six guest rooms, full breakfast, and a casual atmosphere allow our guests to relax and enjoy the great outdoors.
2. Penrod's AuSable Canoe and Kayak Rentals
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 411 reviews
Penrod's is a family owned, operated and oriented business that caters to family fun! Our popular one-day trips are perfect for a family getaway or a scouting, school, or religious group outing. A day with Penrod's will be a day to be remembered. Penrod's has the largest selection of rental kayaks in the state.
3. Tip'n the Mitten
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Tip'n the Mitten is a Michigan-made store. Everything in our store is made, at least in part, in Michigan. From books and clothing to art to food, ice cream by the scoop and craft beer and wine, you can find just about anything at Tip'n the Mitten. We are open year round and offer craft beer and wine tasting on Fridays, Saturdays and special days throughout the year. We also encourage sampling of our amazing Michigan-made foods including hot sauces, asparagus, jams, jellies, milk and more.
Reviewed By 816reneeg
The best All Michigan Shop around. They have a wide variety of unique and beautiful gifts and treasures. This is a "must stop" when you come through Grayling. Don't forget to say hi to the owners, Stacy and Kate, when you are there.
4. Hartwick Pines State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 254 reviews
Reviewed By Z2142GRkarenw - Kalamazoo, United States
Beautiful State Park! Great for camping. Quiet and peaceful. Truly the middle of nowhere, but that only adds to the experience. We were camping and the only issue was no wifi or tv reception. Really had to unplug. Which wasn't all bad. Besides the beautiful pine forest and the stand of virgin timber(Old growth) , there is an interesting Logging Museum, a quaint little chapel, and a beautiful 1920's era log life-like memorial building in honor of Major Edward Hartwick, whose wife donated the land to the state in his honor after his death in World War I. Also lots of nice picnic areas and several very nice playgrounds for children. Can't wait to go back!
5. Hanson Hills Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By JanandClan - Luzerne, United States
We had a Blast. Most fun you can have for $10! It's run very well, efficient system to keep the fun going. No long waits. Highly recommend for any age.
6. Grayling Fish Hatchery Museum Project
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By smlkennedy - Houston, United States
We brought the kids here to see the hatchery & to fish. The kids loved feeding the fish & they loved fishing! They caught 15 fish. The hatchery cleans the fish you catch. It’s .50 an inch. We grilled up the fish tonight & they were delicious. The fish were between 8 & 10 inches long. There’s lots of history too. It’s fun to read about Grayling & the fish hatchery. There are restrooms on property & they are nice & clean. The cost is $20.00 a family for the summer. We all enjoyed our time there. We spent about 2 hours there.
7. Wellington Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Wellington Farm Park is a 60-acre living history museum dedicated to the preservation of rural lifestyle as is was lived during the Great Depression. Tours are conducted every day except Monday. Attractions include a restored 19th century church, Summer Kitchen, Blacksmith Shop, Sawmill, Carpenter Shop, Livestock Barn, Grist Mill and one of the largest collections of large agricultural machinery open to the public on a regular basis. RESERVE NOW FOR "FARM BY LANTERN LIGHT!" Billed as one of the most unique presentations for the Holiday Season, this event is scheduled for December 9, 10, 16 & 17, 2011. It is comprised of a visit to the historic far, a sleigh ride and a full length play, all rolled into one evening's experience. An excellent family activity for the Holiday Season. Please call for information or reservations.
