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What you need to do while in or near Bay City MI
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items I was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA so it was a bit of a culture shock moving from a HUGE city to a town that had not yet discovered Uber….I have lived in Bay City now 8 years and can honestly say I would NEVER move back to big city life. Heres ...
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Outdoor Activities
Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Local Favorites
Outdoor Activities
There's a hiking trail, beach, canoe rentals, campsite right across the way, a delicious ice cream stop in walking distance, splash pad and dry playground!
Bay City State Park
Love this trail! It's about 9 miles and takes you in a loop around the city with some water and downtown views.
Facilities • Riverwalk/Railtrail Loop - City of Bay City
Clean and newly renovated playground!
Play City | Bay City, MI
Nice clean beach with spots for fishing and bike riding.
Stratford Woods Park | Midland, MI - Official Website
So beautiful to walk through. The butterfly exhibit that comes through once a year is a must see.
Dow Gardens
Just a small dog park with gated sections.
Dog Park - Bay County
Volleyball, baseball, a beautiful bridge over the water, geese, and festivals on certain summer weekends!
Veterans Memorial Park
Restaurants
Since moving to bay city in 2016 the food scene has really stepped up its game. I'm from Los Angeles CA where the dining options are endless so when I moved to a smaller town with barely any choices other than American food, I was discouraged. BUT so...
The fish tacos are amazing and the ambiance during the summer is unmatched!
H2O's Waterside Grill
FINALLY an authentic Mexican food spot in Bay City!!!! I've been going down the list trying everything so if you need a rec LMK!
Los Pinostacos Mexican Grill
The closest and best sushi place near Bay City is about 25 min away but worth it! Make a reservation because it's always a popular spot.
Maru Sushi & Grill
I've never had a bad dish from Beavers! It's a great spot to people watch too 🥸
Beaver's Pub
During the summer this is a great place to paddle your kyak to. The food and drinks are amazing and the staff is phenomenal.
Castaways
A toned down more upscale version of Hard Rock Cafe. I love coming here for appetizers and drinks.
Retro Rocks
A local favorite. Close to the water. New items on the menu often! A perfect location to go for a walk after dinner.
Tavern 101
Other Food & Drinks
Most of the bars also have really good food which is surprising to me.
Located in polish town, this is the bar spot for Pierogis! All the food I've had here is amazing but they are known for their fun pierogis. They are closed almost every holiday, so keep that in mind.
Barney's Bar & Grill
A fun one for groups! They almost always have karaoke!
Duso's Bar
Family owned juice bar. I've tried almost everything on the menu and it's all been delicious. My fave had pineapple in the name.
Replenish
They have over a hundred Herbalife beverages! Shakes, teas, coffee, etc... I strongly recommend the blueberry lemon shake! 🤤
Water Street Nutrition
Don't come here if you're on a diet! You're gonna want everything!!!!
St Laurent Brothers
One of the newer Bay City bars. My husband and I went on a bike taco tour date and this was one of our stops and OMG the shrimp tacos are to die for!!!!!
Bar-Fly Pub & Grub
This place just opened and it’s definitely a much needed cultural culinary experience for mid Michigan! The atmosphere is beautiful! The entertainment of hot pot was so fun. The staff was amazing! It’s more upscale but people were definitely dressed ...
Mi Pot and Korean BBQ
Arts & Entertainment
A local gem! There's almost always a good play to see!
Bay City Players Inc
Every night has a different promo. My kids and I love this place but it's also great for dates or girl time. You can bring your own bottle of wine too 😉
Painterly Pottery
Bowling, axe throwing, laser tag, arcade. It’s an adult funhouse with great food AND drinks. One of the best places for a grown up bday party!
Stardust is an entertainment center in Saginaw - Stardust
Local Favorites
So much fun for all ages. Check out the schedule online! If you're prone to motion sickness take some Dramamine beforehand cause it sneaks up on you!!!
Delta College Planetarium
Mini golf and ice cream right on our marina. An excellent destination on a bike date!
Buoy 18 Miniature Golf and Ice Cream
I've traveled to many places and gone to many YMCA's and we literally have the absolute best one! It's super clean, the fitness classes are amazing, the pool is excellent for all ages and always very clean. The basketball courts are pristine and they...
Dow Bay Area Family YMCA