ale is located in Plainfield Township in Iosco County. C. D. Hale came from New York State and began lumbering in the northwest part of Iosco County about 1880. His camps were located at the lake there, and the lake and the creek, as well as this village were named for him. A flag station on the Detroit, Bay City & Alpena Railroad. Today, Hale is a fast growing community because of its location to so many lakes and streams. Population: 3,490. Township Hall: 220 North Washington, Hale, MI 48739, (989) 728-2811. Photo of Au Sable River taken from Iargo Springs.

Attractions: amusement parks, casinos, farms & mills, historic sites, lighthouses, museums, tours, wineries, zoos, planetariums, and waterfalls.

Iargo Springs [Natural Attractions], 17b miles west of Oscoda. Natural spring running into Au Sable River. Steep drop-off from roadway to spring. Located on the River Road Scenic Byway, this site, considered a holy place by native Americans, offers a breathtaking view of the AuSable River Valley from a 30' high observation deck. For the adventurous, walk down 294 steps and enter a mystical place where underground springs come together and form cold water streams. Walk along the elevated boardwalk and enjoy the serenity.

Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center, Junction of River and Monument Roads, Huron-Manistee National Forests, Oscoda Township, MI 48750

Dining & Food: Great places to dine!

Bear's Den, 6805 M 65, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-2327

Big Bob's Restaurant & Pizzeria Inc, 306 South Washington Street, Hale, MI 48739, Phone:
(989) 728-3336

The Country Carriage Restaurant and Pub, 3141 M 65, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-0152

Forward Corporation - Subway, Hale, 103 North Washington Street, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-3820

MA Bell's Pizzeria, 118 West Main Street, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-2400

Pickle's Hard Hat Bar, 1942 M 65, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-7341

Wicker Hills Golf Course [Golf Course & Restaurant], 7287 Wickert Road, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-99712

Accommodations: Where to stay in and around town!

Colonial Inn Motel, 3114 N. M-65, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-4061

Four Seasons Resort [Resort], 8596 Lavere Rd, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-5884

Lau's Log Cabin, 6839 Slosser Rd., Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-5832

Long Lake Lookout Lodge, 7868 Lakeside Dr., Hale, Michigan 48739, Phone: (586) 405-8349

Rollway Resort & Canoe Rental [Canoe & Kayak Rental, Cabin Rental], 6160 Rollways Rd, Hale, Michigan 48739, Phone: (989) 728-3322

This-Is-It-Cottage, 8810 Burnside, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (248) 377-4996

Community Organizations: civic, fraternal, veteran, etc

American Legion Post 422, 429 W Main St., Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-5055

Michigan Area Retiree Activities Office (RAO) (Military Retirees), 5671 Skeel Avenue, Suite 12, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, (989) 739-2777

Michigan Tree Farm System, 501 Norway Street, Grayling, MI 49738, (989) 348-9319

VFW Post 7435, 203 Ainsley St., Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-3247

Recreation: boating, camping, canoeing, dog-sledding, fishing, golfing, hiking, hunting, kayaking, scuba diving, skiing, snowmobiling, etc.

Archery Direct [Archery Equipment & Supplies], 6592 E Esmond Rd, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-6276

Au Sable River (Canoe & Kayak Trip)

Bloomfield Landing Resort [Campground], 3775 Countyline, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-5221

Darton Archery [Archery Equipment & Supplies], 3540 Darton Rd, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-9511

Euper's Sage Lake Resort [Resort], 336 Ranger Point Rd, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 473-2283

Logan Hills Campground, 577 Everett Trail, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 473-2778

Monument National Forest Campground, Huron Shores Ranger Station, 5761 North Skeel Road, Oscoda MI 48750. Phone: (989) 739-0728. Monument Campground is located in Iosco County, Michigan. The nearest communities are Tawas City to the southeast, Oscoda to the east and Glennie and Hale to the west. Monument Campground is a fully accessible camping area within a red pine plantation. The campground was established by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's and recently upgraded with paved spurs, accessible toilets and grills. It is located next to Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center. The campground offers a secluded, natural camping experience with many opportunities to view wildlife. 19 campsites.

Rollways National Forest Campground, Huron Shores Ranger Station, 5761 North Skeel Road, Oscoda, MI 48750. Phone: (989) 739-0728. Rollways Campground is located in Iosco County, Michigan. The nearest community is Hale, about 7 miles south. Rollways Campground is a small, secluded campground located along the beautiful AuSable River. The campground offers pull-through style camping sites and is an excellent camping area for the nature lover. Access to the river from the campground is very steep and difficult. Boating and fishing access to Loud Pond is available six miles east along M-65 to Loud Dam Pond and the Loud Dam boat launch. Rollways has two declks, picnic grounds and a log shelter. Rollways picnic area is part of the Recreation Fee Demonstration Project and a vehicle pass is required there. 18 campsites.

Rollway Resort & Canoe Rental [Canoe & Kayak Rental, Cabin Rental], 6160 Rollways Rd, Hale, Michigan 48739, Phone: (989) 728-3322

Round Lake National Forest Campground, Huron Shores Ranger Station, 5761 North Skeel Road, Oscoda MI 48750. Phone: (989) 739-0728. Round Lake Campground is located in Iosco County, Michigan. The nearest communities include East Tawas, about 9 miles southeast and Hale, about 9 miles northwest. Round Lake Campground is a scenic, wooded camping area offering a wide variety of recreation opportunities. Anglers can find sunfish, bass and pike while campers can relax at the beach or have a picnic. The campground is located in the village of Sand Lake. Groceries and gas are nearby. 33 campsites.

South Branch National Forest Trail Camp, Huron Shores Ranger Station, Oscoda, MI 48750. Phone: (989) 739-0728. South Branch Trail Camp is located in Iosco County, Michigan. The nearest community is South Branch 5 miles to the west and Hale 10 miles to the south. South Branch Trail Camp serves the 240-mile Michigan Shore-to-Shore Riging and Hiking Trail. The camp primarily serves campers with horses using the trail system, however anyone is welcome. South Branch Trail Camp is adjacent to the South Branch River which contains brown trout and is with 1.5 miles of Loud Dam on the Au Sable River. There are many places for horses to rest and campers to recreate.

Wicker Hills Golf Course [Golf Course & Restaurant], 7287 Wickert Road, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-99712

Winchester Archery [Archery Range], 3540 Darton Rd, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-3903

Services

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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

Kathy Jane's Keepsakes & Kollectibles [Gift Shop], 112 South Washington Street, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-2525

Perfect Pines Books & Gifts, 200 Railroad Street, Hale, MI 48739, Phone: (989) 728-7111

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