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Atlanta is an unincorporated community governed by Briley Township in Montmorency County. Population: 1,831. Township Hall: 11331 West St., Atlanta, MI 49709, (989) 785-4186. This village on the Thunder Bay River, in Briley Township, was founded by lumberman Alfred J. West, of Capac, in 1881, and he became its first postmaster of October 2, 1882. A Civil War veteran, he named it after the Georgia city. The Elk Capital of Michigan, Atlanta is a popular vacation and hunting center. Area forest campgrounds and Clear Lake State Park add to the area's Attractions: amusement parks, casinos, farms & mills, historic sites, lighthouses, museums, tours, wineries, zoos, planetariums, and waterfalls., as do golf and the over 11 great fishing lakes in the area. Deer and elk are a very popular attraction and the fall colors in the area are spectacular each year. Another popular activity is morel mushroom hunting in spring.
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Attractions: amusement parks, casinos, farms & mills, historic sites, lighthouses, museums, tours, wineries, zoos, planetariums, and waterfalls.
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Dining & Food: Great places to dine!
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Coach's Corner, 12434 State Street, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-5533
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El-Bo Inn [Restaurant & Pub], 24330 M-33 North, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-4713
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J.D.'s Pizza Place Inc. [Pizzeria], 11391 West Street, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-4590
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Kristie's Kitchen, 11541 M 33, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-2900
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Mary D'S, 12658 Jerome Street, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-4642
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Saylor's Restaurant, North M 33, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-2267
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Wedge Inn, 12425 State Street, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-3084
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Accommodations: Where to stay in and around town!
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A Win-Sands Motel & Snowmobile Rental, 11610 M-33 North, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-2337
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Atlanta Motel, M-32/33, P.O. Box 206, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-4509
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Briley Inn Bed & Breakfast, 11021 McArthur Road, Atlanta, Michigan 49709, (989) 785-4784
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River Cabins, 11131 McCarther Road, Box 588, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-4123
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Timber Lodge Motel, 13015 M32/33 East, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-3339
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Community Organizations: civic, fraternal, veteran, etc
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Michigan Area Retiree Activities Office (RAO) (Military Retirees), 5671 Skeel Avenue, Suite 12, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, (989) 739-2777
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Michigan Tree Farm System, 501 Norway Street, Grayling, MI 49738, (989) 348-9319
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VFW Post 9489, 11761 Pettenger Rd, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-4576
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Recreation: boating, camping, canoeing, dog-sledding, fishing, golfing, hiking, hunting, kayaking, scuba diving, skiing, snowmobiling, etc.
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A Win-Sands Motel & Snowmobile Rental, 11610 M-33 North, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-2337
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Avery Lake State Forest Campground: 9 miles SW of Atlanta via Co Rd 487 & Avery Lake Rd, 16 campsite, fishing. Campground offers barrier-free facilities. Phone: (989) 785-4251
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Backwoods Canoe Livery [Canoe & Kayak Rentals], 12520 Airport Rd, Atlanta, Michigan 49709, Phone: (989) 785-4081
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Big Oaks State Forest Campground: 10 miles SW of Atlanta via Co Rd 487 & Avery Lake Rd, 27 campsites, fishing. Campground offers barrier-free facilities. Phone: (989) 785-4251
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Clear Lake State Park, 20500 M- 33 North, Atlanta, MI 49709. Approximate Size: 290 (Acres). Phone Number: (989) 785-4388. Located in elk country, Clear Lake State Park is a quiet, secluded retreat offering a sandy beach and a shallow swimming area that is ideal for children. The park encompasses 2/3 of the Clear Lake's shoreline. The fall season with the changing colors is an especially beautiful time to view the area. 200 campsites.
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Clear Lake/Jackson Lake Pathway, 10 miles N of Atlanta on M-33, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-4251
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Ehlers Snowmobile Rental, 12823 M 33, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-4694
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Elk Ridge Golf Course [Golf Course], 9400 Rouse Rd, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-2275
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Jackson Lake State Forest Campground: 6 miles N of Atlanta via M-33, 18 campsites, fishing, carry-in boat launch. Trailhead for High Country State Forest Pathway and Clear Lake/Jackson Lake State Forest Pathway. Trailhead for Atlanta ORV Trail. Phone: (989) 785-4251
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Maple Valley Riding Stable [Riding Stables], 12706 Thorton Road, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-4835
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Limberlost Farms [Hunting Preserve], , 18565 Deforge Dr, Atlanta, MI 49709, Phone: (989) 785-4034
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Thunder Bay River (Canoe & Kayak Trip)
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Tomahawk Creek Flooding (Wildlife Viewing)
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Services
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Enchanted Forest Web Page Design Service [Internet Advertising], 3980 Curtisville Road, Curtisville, South Branch, MI 48761, Phone: (989) 785-0600
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Shopping: antique shops, art galleries, arts & crafts shops, flea markets, gift shops, outlet malls, shopping centers, shopping districts, and specialty shops
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