U.S. 23

Sunrise Side Costal Highway

Iosco County

Entering Iosco County visitors will find a gypsum mine where the rock from the mine is used to make wallboard (drywall) for the construction industry along with other by-products. During the shipping season large freighters can be seen at Port Gypsum loading product for worldwide destinations. Tawas Bay is a very popular spot for travelers and anglers alike. The walleye fishery is superb and whitefish are caught at the East Tawas State Dock facility in November. The twin communities of Tawas City and East Tawas share the inner bay -- Tawas Bay -- of the Saginaw Bay. The area is known for its spectacular beaches, quaint shopping downtown, and good perch and walleye dinners. Visitors can also find Lumberman's Monument, cross country skiing (Iosco County is the Cross Country Ski Capital of Michigan). Oscoda, further north along the Sunrise Side Costal Highway is the Home of the AuSable River. Each year anglers ply the river and near shore for salmon, lake trout and other species. The River Road Scenic Byway begins in the downtown area of Oscoda along US-23. Snowmobiling, a great beach, and plenty of hiking and biking are available here. Beautiful views of Lake Huron are found north of the community.