Mount Pleasant Travel Guide

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Pro

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 A great weekend getaway destination 


Con

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 bad public transportation, can be congested, not much nightlife for a student town 


In a nutshell

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 Let's party! 

 

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Things to Do  

VISIT ZIIBIWING CENTER

VISIT ZIIBIWING CENTER, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  Dedicated to Anishinabe Culture, the ZIIBIWING CENTER is located south of the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort. The center includes exhibits, research center, meeting & conference facilities, cafe' and gift shop.More than 500 rare artifacts are contained in the Center which was... 

All that Gambling Makes You Hungry!

All that Gambling Makes You Hungry!, Mount Pleasant

 janetanne Says:  Since I was only at the Soaring Eagle Casino on a Monday night, I don't know what special buffets may be on offer other nights of the week! I do know, however, that if I go again, it will be on a Monday night! They have the biggest sea food buffet I have ever seen in my... 

CANOE KAYAK OR TUBE

CANOE KAYAK OR TUBE, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  The beauty of nature can also be observed with a trip dwon the MIGHTY CHIPPEWA RIVER. Whether by canoe, kayak or tube, the Chippewa River winds its way through Isabell County offering a year-round opportunity to view wildlife, do a little fishing or just relax while the... 

SKATE BOARD PARK

SKATE BOARD PARK, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  Located in the south end of Island Park, is Mount Pleasant's SKATE BOARD PARK. This 17,000 square foot skate park, with ramps and jumps, is designed for bikers, skate boarders and incline skaters of all ages and skill levels. With two half pipes, a variety of quarter pipes,... 

Hotels  

Hotels  

WOLD'S MOTEL: FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED

WOLD'S MOTEL: FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  We picked WOLD'S MOTEL in Mount Pleasant because of its cozy neigbourhood location and its economical price. We visit the area on average about three times a year. Hans likes the casino and I like the shopping.Wold's offers nice clean rooms and a continental breakfast in the... 

Restaurants  

GREAT WALL BUFFET: CHINESE RESTAURANT

GREAT WALL BUFFET: CHINESE RESTAURANT, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  Hans and I have eaten at the GREAT WALL BUFFET Chinese Restaurant on a number of occasions. This family owned and operated restaurant is a delight as the staff, consisting mostly of family members are always so welcoming and cheerful.We go for the dinner buffet, which for... 

Mountain Town Station Brewery and Restaurant: A good place to go after hitting the slopes

Mountain Town Station Brewery and Restaurant: A good place to go after hitting the slopes, Mount Pleasant

 yooperprof Says:  Popular (and large) restaurant/brewpub just outside downtown Mt. Pleasant. Good beers and a comprehensive, competent menu. Several different seating styles to cater to the varying needs of different customers: a bar, hightops tables, deep booths. . . . Burgers, chicken,... 

FIREFLY BUFFET -SOARING EAGLE CASINO: SEAFOOD EXTRAVAGANZA

FIREFLY BUFFET -SOARING EAGLE CASINO: SEAFOOD EXTRAVAGANZA, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  When Hans and I do go to Mount Pleasant, we always make sure we are there for the Monday night Seafood Extravaganza at the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort in the FIREFLY BUFFET. People start lining up around 4 p.m. for the 5 p.m. opening. They have HUGE mounds of Snow Crab... 

Nightlife  

All the bars.: Bar Overview

All the bars.: Bar Overview, Mount Pleasant

 philipot00 Says:  ...Then there are the bars. On the south end of town, Bennegans, O'Kelly's/Wayside Central , BW3's, and the Cabin offer big crowds and good deals every day of the week. North on Mission, the Main Lounge, the Greenspot, Freddie's just off High Street all tend to be townie... 

All.: Nightlife Overview

All.: Nightlife Overview, Mount Pleasant

 philipot00 Says:  Many people don't believe that Mt. Pleasant really has a night life. Well, there aren't any all night malls or anything, but if you're looking for something to do, even this tiny town has something.First off, there is always the movie theater. No matter where you are, if... 

Shopping  

ZIIBIWING CENTER GIFT SHOP: GIFT SHOP

ZIIBIWING CENTER GIFT SHOP: GIFT SHOP, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  Located inside the Ziibiwing Center is the ZIIBIWING CENTER GIFT SHOP. I was just amazed at the beautiful Indian crafts that they had here. Authentic paintings, sculptures, hand-made moccasins, leather belts, dream-catchers, beautiful cards, etc. 

FARMER'S MARKET: FARMER' S MARKET AT ISLAND PARK

FARMER'S MARKET: FARMER' S MARKET AT ISLAND PARK, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  Farmers from the Central Michigan area will sell their produce every Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the FARMER'S MARKET AT ISLAND PARK located downtown Mount Pleasant. 

ZUBLER'S INDIAN CRAFT SHOP: INDIAN CRAFT SHOP

ZUBLER'S INDIAN CRAFT SHOP: INDIAN CRAFT SHOP, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  Janet brought me to a real neat Indian Craft Shop ZUBLER'Swhich had everything from Jewelry, Toys, gifts, Indian souvenirs, Moccasins and T-shirts.While travelling M-55 at Houghton Lake on a Thursday afternoon, you will catch sight of Indian dancers on the grounds of... 

Local Customs  

Indian Art
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Being an artist myself, I was really impressed with the way the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort has decorated the interior space with authentic Native Indian pieces from local artists. I was especially impressed with the art by an artist named Daniel Ramirez, who has two wonderful paintings displayed in the main lobby of the hotel.

Have a walk through the hotel and don't forget to go up the circular stairway to the second level, where even more art work is displayed. You don't have to be a guest in the hotel to look at the art work. There is also a shop in the hotel where you can purchase local hand made pieces of art made by local Native Indians.

Written Jun 28, 2006

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Warnings and Dangers  

Crappy Craps...
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Do NOT play craps at Soaring Eagle. Every craps player and dealer in Vegas, Detroit etc KNOWS that the dice must be lying completely flat on one side or it is a misthrow. Well, everyone but these jokers up here. They called a CRAP when the dice was at an appx 35 degree angle and rested on player's chips... Needless to say, there were SEVERAL VERY ANGRY players whom left the casino right then and there... We were 2 of them...

Written Jun 9, 2004

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Off The Beaten Path  

HIGGINS LAKE

HIGGINS LAKE, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  Located in Roscommon County, north of Houghton Lake and about a one hour drive from Mount Pleasant, crystal clear HIGGINS LAKE is reputed to be the sixth most beautiful lake in the world, according to National Geographic. Approximately one million people visit Higgins Lake... 

HOUGHTON LAKE FLATS

HOUGHTON LAKE FLATS, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  "These Flats provide a replacement home for waterfowl and other wetland species which once abounded in area Marshlands before settlements. Major assistance in managing this vital resource is provided by Michigan Conservtion Foundation Houghton Lake".The HOUGHTON LAKE FLATS... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Skateboarders Paradise
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Mt. Pleasant may be a rural Mid-American college town, where not much seems to be happening except the casino for the big kids...but, hey all you kids over in Athens, Greece...you don't have a skateboard park like the one they have in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan!

Every town should have the open-minded creativity that enable them to create a healthy and safe environment for the kids to practice their skateboarding skills! Go For It! If I were 20 years younger, I wouldn't hesitate to try this fun-looking sport! Just don't forget to wear your protective gear:):)

Equipment: A skateboard, a helmet, knee and elbow pads, shoes and a determination to soar up the ramps.

Written Jun 28, 2006

Address: Mt. Pleasant

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Favorites  

NATURE LOVERS' PARADISE

NATURE LOVERS' PARADISE, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  Nature lovers of all ages will find that the Mount Pleasant area provides ample opportunities for year-round enjoyment of the outdoors. Mount Pleasant has over 15 Parks to choose from, offering an abundance of beautiful areas for picnics, fishing, swimming, nature and bike... 

OUR FAVOURITE MICHIGAN GETAWAY SPOT

OUR FAVOURITE MICHIGAN GETAWAY SPOT, Mount Pleasant

 LoriPori Says:  Our favourite Michigan Get-away spot is MOUNT PLEASANT. It's about a three hour drive from our house. It has a Casino for Hansi and shopping for Lori - Walmart - Target - Meier & K-Mart. WooHoo! Our routine is always the same - Drop Hans off at the Casino - Check into our... 

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