Why go
- City in Michigan, United States.
- Served by West Branch Community Airport (WBK).
History
Tawas City is a city in and the county seat of Iosco County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 1,834 at the 2020 census. The city is mostly surrounded by Tawas Township, but the two areas are administered autonomously.
Where to stay
824 E Bay St, East Tawas, MI 48730 · lakelifecottages.com
423 Newman St, East Tawas, MI 48730 · alwaysaholidaybedandbreakfast.com
514 W Bay St, East Tawas, MI 48730 · east-tawas.com
1008 W Lake St, Tawas City, MI 48763 · harborinntawas.com
1021 W Lake St, Tawas City, MI 48763 · pinehavenresort.net
3124 N Huron Rd, Oscoda Township, MI 48750 · huronhouse.com
1029 W E Lake St, Tawas City, MI 48763 · paradisebeachtawas.com
1000 E Bay St, East Tawas, MI 48730 · tawasinnresort.com
1045 N Bay Dr, Tawas City, MI 48763 · colemansresort.com
3131 US-23, Oscoda Township, MI 48750 · goldcoastcottages.com
720 E Harbor St, Oscoda Township, MI 48750 · wyndhamhotels.com
3358 U.S. 23, Au Sable Charter Township, Oscoda Township, MI 48750 · bookingengine.stayflexi.com
1020 W Lake St, Tawas City, MI 48763 · hotelintawascitymi.com
5400 US-23, Oscoda Township, MI 48750 · hotelni.com
4270 N Huron Rd, Au Sable Township, MI 48750 · oscodalakesidehotel.com
912 E Bay St, East Tawas, MI 48730
Indoor
716 W Lake St, Tawas City, MI 48763 · surfsidemoteltawas.com
1100 E Bay St, East Tawas, MI 48730 · downhomehospitality.com
1119 W Lake St, Tawas City, MI 48763 · north-star-motel-tawas-city.jany.io
1115 W Lake St, Tawas City, MI 48763
Restaurants & places to go
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 07:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 07:00-22:00; Su 07:00-21:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 401 Lake Street, Tawas, 48764 · bk.com
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: 09:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 309 Lake Street, Tawas City, 48763 · restaurants.subway.com
Chicken, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 600 West Bay Street, East Tawas, 48730 · locations.kfc.com
Burger, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · mcdonalds.com
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Features: takeaway
Burger, Restaurant · Burger restaurant
Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Th 07:00-20:00; Fr-Sa 07:00-21:00 · tawasbaybeachresort.com
Mexican, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-21:00 Features: vegetarian options, step-free access
American, Pizza, Restaurant · Features: outdoor seating, takeaway · 115 East Bay Street
Mexican, Tex-Mex, Fast Food · Features: outdoor seating
Restaurant · restaurant
Ice Cream · Features: vegan options, step-free access
Restaurant · restaurant
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Airports
Iosco County Airport (ECA) 5 mi to the centre
East Tawas, MI, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Oscoda Wurtsmith Airport (OSC) 13 mi to the centre
Oscoda, MI, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
West Branch Community Airport (WBK) 33 mi to the centre
West Branch, MI, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Huron County Memorial Airport 43 mi to the centre
Bad Axe, MI, US
The Farm Airport 13 mi to the centre
Whittemore, MI, US
Field of Dreams Airport 14 mi to the centre
Hale, MI, US
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is West Branch Community Airport (WBK); 9 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Tawas, Michigan. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
Intercity coach
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