Indoor Pool- Jacuzzi • Full Complimentary Breakfast
Business and Conference Center
Fireplace Rooms Available
Truck/Trailer Parking
Special Packages: Golf, Casino, Romantic Getaway, Ski, Zip Line, Hike & Bike
Lakeside Motel & Cottages
515 E Park St
M-61, Bus US-127
Harrison, MI 48625
888-999-1145
lakesidemotel.com
Clare County’s only waterfront motel Enjoy being right on the water with five peaceful, shady acres commanding a spectacular view of Budd Lake Family-oriented and friendly, the Lakeside’s clean and comfortable lake view rooms are open all year Housekeeping cottages are open May through November All rooms and cottages are nonsmoking Smoking is allowed outdoors. Free High Speed WiFi, Lake View Rooms, Private Grassy Beach, Pet Friendly
Lone Pine Motel
Sleep Soundly! 17 Units
1508 N. McEwan St. Clare, MI 48617
866-817-9007
lonepinemotel.com
All King and Queen Beds–Singles or Doubles
All Nonsmoking Rooms
Kitchenettes Available
Microwave ♦ Refrigeration ♦ Cable TV In All Rooms
Free Local Calls "FREE WIRELESS INTERNET"!!
Quality Inn - Clare
10318 S. Clare Ave. Clare, MI 48617
989-386-1111
choicehotels.com
Indoor pool & whirlpool, private jacuzzi rooms, spacious deluxe suites w/fridge & microwave, in-room coffee, expanded complimentary breakfast bar
24-hour guest staff, WIFI, meeting room
Located at exit 160 Semi-Parking
AAA approved
EXPLORE CLARE COUNTY
Clare County provides a variety of recreation options and natural beauty for your spring, summer, fall and winter “getaways” or extended vacation. We are excited about all that Clare County has to offer and invite you to experience an affordable and enjoyable stay!
...at our many amazing food establishments EAT
...about our history, arts & culture and events
...in one of our welcoming locations STAY
...in our many beautiful and fun locations PLAY
Stay
We invite you to stay in one of our fine accommodations. With activites and events all year-round we know you will enjoy your visit!
YOU’LL LOVE TO STAY IN CLARE COUNTY!
As soon as you arrive in our area, you will understand why so many have left the busy city life to enjoy quiet peace in our community. Whether you are vacationing with your children, enjoying an escape with your sweetheart, golfing with friends, or are in town on business, you can be assured that our area has the room that is right for you.
MEET & GATHER
Whether you’re meeting for business, gathering for pleasure, or coming for an event there’s a perfect venu
Clare County is known for its historic charm and scenic natural setting, so it’s no wonder the popular event venues here embrace those characteristics. Brides and event planners are drawn to the idyllic quality of our Up North locale yet appreciate the ease of arrival that comes with the proximity of major highways.
CLARE
and hiking enthusiasts will me touring the picturesque Pereette Rail Trail that goes from d to Clare where you can follow "Clare Gap" to the paved PMRT to ed City!
The downtown district of Clare was ecently listed on the National egister for Historic Places and offers hopping at its best! Many stores in the are area feature items from sporting oods at the renowned Jay’s Sporting oods to Amish crafted goods.
Events Include:
Clare's Irish Festival
Summer Concert Series
Summerfest
The Old 27 Motor Tour
Art & Quilt Shows
Taste of Clare
5K Pumpkin Run/Walk
Clare County
Christmas Celebration.
Harrison is the seat of Clare County. Outdoor and water activities play a big part in your pleasure here.
Enjoy boating and water-skiing, or a more relaxed canoe, rowboat or pontoon ride on clean, clear water.
This area offers great antiquing a distinctive shops can be found throughout the town. Visit the new Harrison City Market that is open all year to pick up fresh produce and wonderful arts and crafts. Winter also provides the opportunity to take advantage of great downhill skiing and tubing.
Read more at www.clarecounty.com
Events Include:
Memorial Day weekend Mud
Bog Car & Bike Show & Cruise
Fourth of July Celebration
Clare County Fair
Old 27 Motor Tour Stop & Street Fair
Frostbite Winter Festival
Community Christmas
Budd Lake
Lakeside Waterfront Lodging
Harrison City Park
MMC Sweat Shaker
Old 27 Motor Tour Stop
Farwell and Lake
Farwell and Lake began as logging communities. Today they have everything from antique shops to hardware.
The Green Pine Lake Pathwa in the Au Sable State Forest, is in this area of the county. Hunt for morel mushrooms in the spring and visit this trail during fall to take advantage of the crisp, clean air, and spectacular fall color
Visit the Farwell Historical Museum and learn about the area’s logging past.
Events Include:
Lumberjack Festival & Crafts in the Park
Labor Day Celebration
Holiday Lights Festival!
Lake Daze
Lake George and Leota
Lake George and Leota share som of Michigan’s 6.84 million acres of State and National forest, with the Muskegon River running through
Hunting Enjoy:
Trails
Hike through the forest and enjoy nature at its finest. Catch a glimpse of the rare Kirtland’s Warbler nesting in the jackpine stands in Winterfield Township.
EAT HERE!
SOME OF THE BEST PLACES TO ENJOY FOOD IN CLARE COUNTY
Our restaurants, cafes, diners, and pubs are ready to serve you!
CLARE
505 Café
505 N. McEwan St. 989-424-6602
Buccilli's Pizza of Clare 1541 N. McEwan St. 989-386-7231
China King Restaurant 406 E. Fifth St. 989-386-8486
Cops & Doughnuts 521 N. McEwan St. 989-386-2241
Doherty Ho 604 N. McEw 989-386-34
Four Leaf Brewing 412 McEwan St. 989-424-6114
Herrick HouseMulberry Café 120 E. Fifth St. 989-386-6120
Mancino's of Clare 10348 S. Clare Ave. 989-386-6000
Ruk Thai Kitchen 1446 N. McEwan St. 989-418-5008
The Evening Post Bar & Grill 114 W. Fourth St. 989-386-5990
Timeout Tavern 601 N. McEwan St. 989-424-6077
Whitehouse Restaurant 613 N McEwan St 989
HARRISON & LEOTA
Budd Lake Steakhouse
198 E. Main St. 989-539-5500
Hang's Chinese Restaurant
711 N. 1st. St. 989-539-1210
Jackie's Airport Restaurant
4557 N. Clare Ave. 989-368-1105
Jackpine Restaurant
231 E. Main St. 989-539-6162
Mama Cillie's Pizzeria
642 N. 1st. 9-539-5600
onte's Family estaurant
97 N. Clare Ave. 9-539-2262
Mr. Vetoes Pizza 6948 E. Townline Lk. Rd. 989-539-3500
Sheri’s Diner & Pizzeria
316 Park St. 989-539-2531
Trails End Pub - Leota 10141 N. Finley Lk. Ave. 989 539 9644
FARWELL, LAKE & LAKE GEORGE
Big R's Hogs & Dogs
1876 W. Ludington Dr. 989-544-4066
Birchwood Restaurant 2497 W. Cadillac Dr. 989-588-2061
Bond's DJ Lounge 210 W. Main St. 989-588-6704
Buccilli's Pizza o Farwell
203 E. Main St. 989-588-9919
Conlay’s Cafe 2105 W. Ludington Dr. 989-588-7220
The Nest
310 W. Main St. 989-544-4555
The Pit Stop Coney Island 3510 W. Cadillac Dr. 989 418 6217
Lakeside Bar & GrillLake
7807 Mystic Lk. Dr. 989-544-3502
Lake RestaurantLake 8200 W, Ludington Dr. 989-544-2721
Buckhorn SaloonLake 10092 Cadillac Dr. 231-734-5599
Swiss Inn - Lake George
105 Park Ave. 989-588-4211
Play Golf
At one of our fun and challenging courses!
Other Area Courses
SHOP
Clare County offers shopping at a relaxed pace. Stroll throughout quaint shops in historic downtowns for special finds. And visit one of our charming cities to find everything you are looking for. From gifts and antiques to sporting goods, and Amish crafted items, you are sure to find just what you are looking for.
or e of ail dge, orests ound ers ounty.
Hiking, Biking & Walking Trails
A great way to experience nature in Clare County is b hiking the local and state pathways. Hikers often encounter a wide variety o wildlife within a short distance and can visit their many habitats such as lak fields, woodlands and wetlands.
Spring and Fall Color Trails
Clare County's slogan is "Where The North Begins" and most of our county is undeveloped wooded lands that turn into an explosion of color during spring and autumn.The route is all primary roads and will be wellworth the journey.
ORV and Snowmobile Trails
Access to Michigan’s extensive Off-Road Vehicle trails can be found in northern Clare County. The Leota ORV trailhead is a Michigan DNR managed trailhead that provides access to over 55 miles of ORV trails for larger ORV’s and hundreds of miles of trails that can be accessed by quads or smaller raditional ORV’s. In addition, the Fur Farm snowmobile trail starts ust north of the city of Harrison with the Leota Trail.
Winter Bike Trails
Snow Snake Ski & Golf has Winter Fat Bike Trails! Grab your fat tire bike and enjoy 6 miles of groomed trails.
ment visit Valleys
Mid Michigan College's Harrison Campus sits on 560 acres of beautiful, wooded land. This trail system is open all year long for walking, running, biking, snow shoeing, and cross country skiing. visit www.midmich.edu
PERE MARQUETTE RAIL-TRAIL
The paved trail currently begins in Midland, MI and continues west through downtown Clare and on to Reed City!
Experience...
Friendly smiling people
Bike the Pere Marquette Rail-Trail
Watch as a deer peeks out of the woods while you golf
Annual Fourth of July Celebrations
Gaze into the clear night sky
Listen to songbirds with the rising sun
Swim at Wilson State Park Beach
Have a picnic at one of many parks
Wade in the clear, refreshing lakes
Watch for lightning bugs on a warm summer evening
Relax listening to a free summer concert in the park
Feel warm sand between your toes
Shop the popular Jay’s Sporting Goods
Stroll through the Garden Tour
Roast marshmallows on a summer night
Float down a sparkling river
Historic Ideal Theatre in Clare
Tour the Art Alley in downtown Clare
Forget stress while walking a quiet country trail
Find morel mushrooms on a quiet trek through the woods
Enjoy fresh baked goods from the world-famous Cops & Doughnuts
Natural fireworks display of spring and fall colors
