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Home in Roscommon
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews*Waterfront/Beach/Hot Tub/Boat Mooring@LittleBear*
Little Bear welcomes you to a true up north experience in our lake front getaway with sandy shores and private lake access. The entire property is renovated it has heat/air conditioning, & private sandy beach, 220' of dock, swim platform, toys/yard games, kayaks, paddle boards, a jet ski available for rent & boat mooring rights for your entire stay. Look over the lake eating dinner on the terrace complete with seating/eating area for 12+guests! No one will be at the main house during your stay.
Sep 4 – 11
Home in Houghton Lake
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviewsRiver Vista
Calling Michigan enthusiasts, fishermen, boaters, outdoors lovers, and family gatherings, to beautiful River Vista- a quiet, private location, perfect for Up North getaways. The living room features a gas fireplace and roomy leather sectional, while the dinning room provides comfortable seating for 16+ people with panoramic views of the stunning water and shore. Two refrigerators and a game room provide you with everything you need for a memorable visit. Perfect for gatherings of any kind.
Mar 20 – 27
Home in Kalkaska
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviewsNorth Blue Lake Escape - A Winter Wonderland!
Come stay away at N Blue Lake with over 50 ft of lake frontage & private dock, boat launch 1/4 mi from the property. Year-round fishing in abundance. Less than 1/4 mile to access Blue Bear Trails & Kalkaska Co. ORV and hiking trails. Visit nearby Hartwick Pines. We are also a short drive to Traverse City, or Schuss or Boyne Mountain for skiing or golfing to experience all things Pure Michigan! Other golfing and canoeing available within just 15 minutes. See more @up_northbluelakeescape !
Apr 4 – 11
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Home in Roscommon
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviewsHiggins Lake Vacation Home
Dec 18 – 25
Home in Roscommon
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviewsGray Stone Manor - .25 Miles from Higgins Lake
Jun 6 – 13
Home in Roscommon
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews2 BR 2 Bath Peaceful All-Season Retreat
Nov 6 – 13
Home in Roscommon
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviewsTwiggy Higgy
Mar 4 – 11
Home in Grayling
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews*Highest view on Lake Margrethe! Spring fling!*
Sep 19 – 26
Home in Houghton Lake
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviewsLge 3BR 3 BTH Lakefront Gem with Spectacular Views
Nov 3 – 10
Home in Roscommon
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviewsHiggins Hideout
May 18 – 25
Home in Richfield Township
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviewsCozy 2-bedroom cottage close to trails & beaches
Oct 21 – 28
Home in Roscommon
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviewsLakefront Roscommon Home w/ Dock, Patio, & Games!
Oct 4 – 11
Home in Denton Township
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviewsCozy 2 Bedroom home
Feb 12 – 19
Home in Roscommon
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviewsLakefront*ice fishing*Higgins Lake*family fun
Apr 25 – May 2
Home in Roscommon
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews2 miles from ORV Trails w/ Game room
Oct 4 – 11
Higgins Lake fishing houses
Home in Mancelona
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviewsMI Black Bear Lodge - Comfort in the Woods
Jan 11 – 18
Home in Houghton Lake
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviewsHoughton Lake Cabin
May 31 – Jun 7
Home in Grayling
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviewsLakefront cottage, beach & dock on Lake Margrethe
May 6 – 13
Home in Denton Township
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviewsReel North on Houghton Lake
Sep 1 – 8
Home in Houghton Lake
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviewsMallard Duck Retreat at the Lake
Dec 2 – 9
Home in Houghton Lake
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews"The Betty" at Houghton Lake
Jan 30 – Feb 6
Home in Roscommon
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews“Whit’s End” Higgins LAKEFRONT Creekside 5b 2.5ba
Oct 22 – 29
Home in Houghton Lake
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviewsSerenity Lake Front Cottage
Nov 12 – 19
Home in Houghton Lake
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviewsFamily-Friendly Cottage on the Lake
Dec 20 – 27
Home in Richfield Township
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviewsHome by the beach
Dec 14 – 21
Home in Lake
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviewsMaple Street Cottage
Jan 10 – 17
Home in Houghton Lake
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 79 reviewsLake Front Family Fun Getaway
Jan 26 – Feb 2
Higgins Lake vacation rentals
Guesthouse in Houghton Lake
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviewsThe Love Shack❤️Cozy Cute 4 Seasons Getaway
Jun 24 – Jul 1
Cottage in Grayling
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviewsThe Morel Cottage
Aug 26 – Sep 2
Cottage in Roscommon
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews🔥Bonfire☮️Peaceful🏝Higgins/Houghton⛵️Boating
May 16 – 23
Cottage in Roscommon
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviewsHiggins Lake getaway
Oct 15 – 22
Cabin in Grayling
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviewsCozy Cabin - Trails Galore
Dec 13 – 20
Chalet in Roscommon
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviewsBeets Cottage pets welcome, open year round
Aug 18 – 25
Cabin in Richfield Township
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviewsCute Cabin in St. Helen, Close to ORV trails
Jun 24 – Jul 1
Guest suite in Grayling
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 233 reviewsHoly Waters Hideout
Apr 21 – 28
Cottage in Houghton Lake
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviewsIroquois Lakeview -Steps from the lake!
Jun 25 – Jul 2
Cabin in Mio
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviewsOn The Banks of The Au Sable Cabin
Aug 31 – Sep 7
Cabin in Grayling
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviewsLittle Bear Lodge (Grayling area) 🐻
Oct 19 – 26
Cabin in Grayling/Gaylord
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 414 reviewsSecluded log cabin with acreage + all the comforts
Oct 17 – 24
Your guide to Higgins Lake
Welcome to Higgins Lake
This nearly 10,000-acre, spring-fed lake is the tenth largest in Michigan as well as one of the deepest. It’s often named one of the most beautiful lakes in the country thanks to its stunning turquoise waters. The color is due to the lake’s curious lack of plant life. With hardly any algae to muck up the water, it remains clear through to its sandy bottom, reflecting that signature Caribbean blue hue. Just a handful of residents live on Higgins Lake full-time — too few to comprise a proper township. But there is a post office here, as well as a shared sense of community with the rest of Roscommon County. Coupled with nearby Houghton Lake and Lake St. Helen, this trio of county lakes draws tourists for great fishing in their clear waters. Higgins Lake, especially, with its 21 miles of shoreline, is a hotspot for catching perch, trout, crappie, pike, walleye, bluegill, smallmouth and largemouth bass. The only thing that rivals the incredible fishing in Higgins Lake are the awesome sunrises and sunsets over the water.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Higgins Lake
Higgins Lake and its neighbors shine in the summertime, but true to the American Midwest, where winter stretches for several months, locals make sure that their longest, coldest season is just as fun. Every February, Houghton Lake hosts the state’s longest-running winter festival: Tip Up Town USA. There’s snowmobile drag racing, an ice fishing contest, a winter 5K race, and a polar bear plunge. July’s Roscommon Riverfest features live music, cardboard boat races, and more. There are even more festivals spread throughout the spring and autumn, when stunning fall color reflects vividly against the crystal-blue lake waters.
Top things to do in Higgins Lake
South Higgins Lake State Park
Split in two by County Road 100, this 1,000-acre state park makes up for its relatively small size with a variety of terrain worthy of exploration. Stretching across a mile of Higgins Lake’s south shore, the park is covered in a dense forest of maple, oak, and pine trees, with a massive, 400-site campground.
North Higgins Lake State Park
About half the size of the southern-bordering state park, North Higgins Lake State Park is located on what was once the world’s largest tree seedling nursery. Check out the Higgins Lake Nursery and the Civilian Conservation Corp Museum to learn about this old-world industry. Eight miles of trails and a popular swimming beach round out the park.
Seasonal festivals
Beyond the draw of the lake itself is the flurry of festivals that take place over the course of the year. From art fests in the summer to multiple Christmas festivals in December, and even festivals dedicated to local birds and fish, Higgins Lake and the surrounding Roscommon County community know how to celebrate.
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