8 Reasons to Put Alpena, MI on Your Summer Bucket List

2025-11-04T19:56:22+00:00June 9, 2023|Local News, Outdoor Activities|

There are way more than 8 reasons why you should put Alpena, Michigan on your summer bucket list! For the sake of saving precious time, we’ve narrowed it down to 8 adventures that you absolutely MUST see and do during your Alpena vacation. Save this list to your summer 2023 “must-dos” or save it for […]

12 Day Trip Ideas with South Bay Car Rental

2025-11-05T16:08:47+00:00May 12, 2023|Activities, Family & Kids Activities, Local News|

Ever find yourself up for an adventure but lacking wheels? Exploring hidden gems in the Alpena area is made easier with help from Alpena’s South Bay Car Rental. Whether it’s for a day trip, a long weekend, or an extended time, South Bay Car Rental will hook you up with the perfect vehicle for you and […]

Alpena – A Sanctuary of Dark Skies

2025-11-05T16:12:41+00:00April 17, 2023|Activities, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

If we had to pick something off the Alpena bucket list that you should never miss, it would be our dark sky experience!  In February 2016, three state parks in the Alpena area received dark sky designation. These sanctuaries are far away from the harsh effects of excessive artificial light pollution, which negatively impacts ecosystems […]

Where to Chase the Northern Lights in Alpena, MI

2025-11-05T17:09:24+00:00March 24, 2023|Activities, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

It’s happening! The Aurora Borealis, a.k.a the Northern Lights, is predicted to make an appearance in the Alpena area and you are scrambling to pack up your gear and get to the best spot, save this for later! The best spots to view the Northern Lights will always be in areas will low levels of […]

Get Your 40 Winks in Alpena this Winter Season

2025-11-05T19:22:49+00:00December 2, 2021|Local News, Lodging|

If you’re looking to travel to Alpena during the off-season, but still looking for those gorgeous beach views while being close to amenities, 40 Winks Motel & Vacation Rentals has the perfect accommodations for you. One of Alpena’s longest-running family-owned motels has enhanced its offerings to include vacation suites for visitors staying 3 days or […]

Alpena Shades of Autumn: Where to Find Nature’s Color Palette

2025-11-05T19:36:23+00:00October 19, 2021|Activities, Festivals & Events, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

Grab your cameras and check out this list of some of the best places to see the shades of autumn in Alpena, hand-picked by our Facebook fans. Alpena Take a drive down Washington Ave. and as you look into Holy Cross and Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, the colors of the trees above are brilliant shades of red, orange, […]

A Complete Guide to Alpena Area Michigan State Parks

2025-11-05T19:50:27+00:00May 27, 2021|Activities, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

No trip to Alpena is complete until you’ve checked off all three of our Michigan state parks! While all 3 state parks are designated dark sky preserves, each one offers its own unique experiences for hiking, biking, stargazing, and swimming in Lake Huron. In no particular order: Rockport State Recreation Area  Rockport State Recreation Area, […]

Thunder Bay Winery Weighs in on Vineyard Sustainability and Sheep

2025-11-06T16:40:40+00:00September 17, 2020|Food & Drink, Local News|

What do wine and sheep have in common? No, this is not a pun, it’s sustainable harvesting practices of course! We caught up with Thunder Bay Winery owner/operators Jeremy and Janis Sahr to find out more about these gentle, wooly creatures and how they help around the vineyard. There’s always more going on in a […]

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