What to See and Do in the Lansing to Saginaw Region of Michigan

Michigan Life's Region 5 Lansing and Saginaw Area including Clinton County, Genesee County, Gratiot County, Ingham County, Livingston County, Saginaw County, and Shiawassee County Michigan.

What to See and Do in Region 5 - Lansing Saginaw Area

Since 1960, Mt. Brighton Ski Area in Southeast Michigan has been one of the legendary family winter destinations on the Midwest snowsports scene. Skiers and riders from Detroit, Ann Arbor, Lansing and Northwest Ohio can easily access 25 trails and five lifts covering 130 acres.

Located in the heart of Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region, Apple Mountain offers the perfect setting for every occasion. Along with spectacular views and first-class service you will find mid-Michigan’s premiere championship golf course, flavorful casual dining, and an award winning full-service conference and banquet center.

Great family fun during the winter months! Groomed specifically for snow tubing, riders will speed down one of many thrilling 16 ft wide sculpted snow lanes as you drop 50-60 feet over a course of 500-600 feet. A magic carpet uphill conveyor lift transports riders to the top of the hill.

There's never a dull moment at City Limits! Let us provide the place, food and entertainment. All you have to bring is the party!

Delta Mills Park was the Township’s first park facility. Phase I was started on 14.3 acres of property purchased for future expansion of the Waste Water Treatment Plant. Recreation Bond Funds have been utilized along with donations and general fund monies to acquire additional property. Presently 32.2 acres are available for usage.

The Saginaw Valley Rail Trail covers 9.55 miles of abandoned rail corridor in Saginaw County, stretching from St. Charles to Saginaw. It incorporates a number of natural features including: seven bridges over various rivers and creeks, The Shiawassee State Game Area and many wetland areas.

Twenty-seven holes of Championship Golf — rated 4 1/2 out of 5 stars by Golf Digest and listed among the top 200 “Places to Play.” This 500 acre track will provide you the opportunity to use every club in your bag. Classic Jerry Matthews layout... beautiful!

Saginaw Valley Rail Trail is 9.2-mile trail is a great choice for your year around recreation. The Saginaw Valley Rail Trail always beautiful, but especially so in autumn when fall foliage is reaching peak colors.

Welcome to the East Lansing Family Aquatic Center. This beautiful outdoor water facility provides a safe, family oriented aquatic experience for our community.

Water sports, bonfires, friends, family, cookouts, and music are what The Grand Fish encompass.

From the nine-hole layout of the 70’ to the current 27-hole Jerry Matthews reconfiguration completed in 1996, Eldorado has truly come of age. The large multi-level driving range and clubhouse, which seats up to 250 provides a clean, comfortable place to relax.

A 100-acre park in South Lansing; Hawk Island Park features year round outdoor fun. In warm weather months, visitors can enjoy pedal boat rentals, a swimming beach and beach house, concession stand, Splash Pad®, picnicking, a playground, sand volleyball and horseshoes.

Come experience The Emerald, our 18-hole course provides quality playing conditions and one of the best values in the area. Whether you are just stopping by the pro shop for some gear or spending a day on the course, our friendly and courteous staff is always ready and waiting to assist you.

Zehnder's Splash Village is one of the few indoor waterpark hotels in the Midwest with two distinct aquatic adventures offering something for the entire family. Thirty-two guest rooms feature an inside panoramic view of the Atrium Park.

Our nine hole "links style" golf course, The Falcon at Hawk Hollow, provides the perfect blend of challenge and playability for golfers of any skill level. The back tees create demanding shots for the accomplished player, while the forward tees allow less experienced players to enjoy a fine round of golf in a beautiful setting.

Creating family memories for 35 years! Enjoy 2 water slides, 4 indoor pools, 3 whirlpools, over 160 video games & so much more!

Welcome to Fenner Nature Center, with over 50 years of environmental education and recreation for the citizens of greater Lansing! As always, admission is FREE.

Trails are open daily throughout the year from 8 am - sunset.

Forest Akers Golf Courses are recognized as two of the best public golf courses in the state of Michigan and home to the Big Ten champion Michigan State University Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams.

Zap Zone is Michigans premier spot for laser tag, glo-golf, mini-bowling, arcade action, go-karts, and much, much more!

Woodside Golf Course is our latest addition to the Hawk Hollow Golf Properties family. This nine hole facility stretches over 146 acres along Wood Road and it is located less than three miles from Hawk Hollow and Eagle Eye. This will make Woodside one of only a handful of 12 hole courses in the country.

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