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The Businesses of
Big Bay Michigan
Welcome you to Big Bay
and the Upper Peninsula
of Michigan

This once busy lumber town is now a four season recreational playground.

Lodging, Motels, Cabins, Cottages, Inns, and other Businesses in Big Bay. MI 

Big Bay Depot Motel, Highway 550, Post Office Box 61, Big Bay, Michigan 49808. Phone 906-345-9350. The train depot has been refurbished into 5 uniquely decorated suites. Full kitchens, children and pets welcome. Wireless Internet Access. Located on the shore of Lake Independence. On the snowmobile trails.

Big Bay Lakeside Cottage, Big Bay, MI 49808. Phone 248-760-8560. Three bedroom rental cabin on the north side of Lake Independence. Sandy beach. Color TV & VCR. Deck and grill for cookouts. Small dock.

Cadeau Creations offers catering and event planning for every occasion in the Baraga, Houghton, Ontonagon, Keweenaw, and Marquette Communities. Cadeau Creations will cater events from a large reception or party to a cozy dinner for two at a vacation cottage or remote camp. Catering includes appetizers, holiday parties, snowmobile or hunting group gatherings, showers, and boat parties.  The Chef has over 20 years experience and uses the freshest ingredients available. Gourmet food and gift baskets. Phone Chimene at 906-201-2016 to plan your event.

Dickerson House, Mailing address: 8070 CR 550, Marquette, Ml 49855. Cedar cabin on Lake Independence sleeps up to 8. Handicap accessible, open year round. Full amenities including a gas fireplace. Full wall of glass facing north is perfect for watching the northern lights and lake activities. On the snowmobile trail. Attached heated garage.

Henrys Cabin in Big Bay MI, Mailing address: 8070 CR 550, Marquette, Ml 49855. Phone: 906-345-9914. Cabin sleeps 4, wooded setting, access to Lake Independence. Fully equipped kitchen, open year round.

Independence Cottage on Lake Independence in Big Bay is open year round. This quaint remodeled lakeside cabin has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Sleeps up to 6 guests. Deck overlooking the lake. Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washer and dryer, linens, gas fireplace, TV DVD/VCR, boatdock, and firepit for great evening gatherings. Adjacent to snowmobile trails. Pets by prior arrangement only. 8070 CR 550, Marquette, MI 49855. Phone: 906-345-9914

Lakeview Cottage on the north shore of Lake Independence is a cozy one-bedroom cottage with a loft. Wood-burning stove in the living area and a complete kitchen. Screened back porch and a deck for enjoying the view of the Huron Mountains and the woods and water. Listen to the loons calling and gaze at the fabulous starry sky at night. Enjoy fishing, swimming, and water sports in Lake Independence. Sand bottomed beach. Lakeview Cottage, W3737 KCC Road, Big Bay, MI 49808. Phone: 262-424-1793

Little Tree Cabins, on Lake Independence, Big Bay: Gateway to the NorthWoods. Family Guide Service for adults and families, including small children. Mailing Address: 8180 County Road 550, Marquette, MI 49855; Phone (906)345-9535. 1 and 2 bedroom, modern but rustic housekeeping cabins on Lake Independence. Great Fishing! Boat with cabin rental. Fee for pets. Silent Sports year-around. Great fall colors. Lake Superior beaches and trout stream nearby. Ask about our "Share the Load" guided family tours including infants and toddlers.

Mark's Place, Serene Cabin on the Lake, Mailing address: 8070 CR 550, Marquette, MI 49855. Fully equipped cabin on Lake Independence will sleep 6. Kitchen includes microwave and dishwasher. Fireplace in living room. Washer and dryer. Private boat dock. Open year round.

Mountain View Lodge on the shores of Lake Independence has 4 bedrooms (2 bedrooms have a gas fireplace) with 2 bathrooms. Newly remodeled, the lodge has an open concept living area with a wood-burning fireplace and a complete kitchen with a dishwasher. Lake Independence is ideal for boating, fishing, and water sports. Enclosed sun porch for relaxing. Washer and dryer. Wonderful southern exposure offers an awesome view of the lake, sunrises, and the Huron Mountains. Sandy bottomed beach is shallow for the kids. Mountain View Lodge, W3737 KCB Road Big Bay, MI 49808. Phone: 262-424-1793

Squaw Beach House on Lake Superior, 25 miles north of Marquette in Big Bay. Cozy 3-bedroom cottage with two bathrooms located on beautiful Squaw Beach along the shoreline of Lake Superior. Take a morning walk along the sandy beach and dip your toes in the crystal clear water. The living area has a wood-burning fireplace and there is electric heat for those cool mornings. Complete kitchen with dishwasher. Satellite TV. Easy access to ATV Trails. 3782 Squaw Beach Road, Big Bay, MI 49808. Phone: 906-360-3808

Tranquility Haven on Lake Superior in Big Bay, MI offers a variety of deluxe accommodations on beautiful Squaw Beach. Accommodations include the Fantasy Beach House that sleeps up to 14 guests, Bay View Cabin that sleeps up to 8 guests, and Bay View Suite for 4 guests. All accommodations have separate entrances with full kitchens and an outstanding view of Lake Superior, but can be combined for a larger group. Phone: 262-424-1793.

Camping at Perkins Park on Lake Independence, Big Bay, MI 49898, phone (906) 345-9353. Campground owned and operated by Marquette County. 72 campsites, 30 with full hook-ups, 9 electric only, and 33 with no hook-up. Restrooms, showers (handicap accessible), boat launch, fishing pier, swimming beach, playground, picnic area, dump station. Grocery store, gas station, restaurant and bait shop within walking distance. Pets must be on a leash. Multi night rates available. Call for reservations. Open May 15 to Sept. 15.

 

REAL ESTATE for Marquette County
CallCarolBrady.com handles property from vacant lots to lighthouses in the Marquette and Big Bay area. Call Carol Brady, Associate Broker and Realtor with Select Realty in Marquette, Michigan, for all your real estate needs. We offer residential property, camps, cottages, waterfront, vacant land, and commercial property, including the lighthouse in Big Bay. Born in Marquette, Carol is very familiar with the Upper Peninsula and offers personal attention for buyers and sellers. Select Realty, 1901 West Ridge Street, Marquette, MI 49855. Phone Carol at: (906) 228-2772

Recreation
ATV Rentals at Marquette Power Sports. Phone: 906-228-4040

Boat Rentals:
Boat Rentals for the Central Upper Peninsula. Uncle Ducky offers 20' pontoon boats, 14' fishing boats, canoes, and kayaks to use on Lake Independence or area rivers & streams. You pick up the boat and trailer or we deliver. Boats are set up for fishing, but perfect for boating and enjoying the lakes. 1/2 day up to 1 week rentals. Outdoor gear and fishing tackle available. Phone toll free: 877-228-5447.
 
Marquette Power Sports offers a large rental fleet of boats with delivery available to Big Bay. Open Tuesday through Saturday. Marquette Powersports, 4250 U.S. 41 West Marquette MI 49855 Phone: 906-228-4040.
 
Kayak Rentals of single and double kayaks, single and double sea kayaks, canoes, and Outdoor Gear at Uncle Ducky Outdoors. 321 S. Lakeshore Blvd. Marquette, MI Phone: 877-228-5447

Charter Fishing Trips on Lake Superior with Uncle Ducky Charters, 434 Prospect St., Marquette, MI 49855. 906-228-5447. Charters leave from the harbor in Big Bay for Sportfishing on Lake Superior. Fishing Vacation Packages. Guided inland lakes and river fishing. Captain Bill Duckwall offers a choice of one day or multi-day trips. Fish Lake Superior and Lake Michigan for Lake Trout, King and Coho Salmon, Steelhead, etc. Trips from May 15th thru the end of October.

Marquette Power Sports is a full service dealer offering sales, certified service, parts, and rental machines in the central Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Sales of boats, pontoons, motors, ATV's, UTV's, snowmobiles, and motorcycles. Large rental fleet of boats, ATV's, and snowmobiles. Delivery available to Big Bay. Open Tuesday through Saturday. Marquette Powersports, 4250 U.S. 41 West Marquette MI 49855 Phone: 906-228-4040.

Sea Kayaking & Canoe Trips in the Upper Peninsula at Uncle Ducky Paddling Adventures. Phone Toll Free: 1-877-228-5447. Guided Lake Superior Sea Kayaking trips include the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, the Hiawatha Water Trail from Big Bay to Munising, the Huron Islands, Isle Royale, Keweenaw Bay, Presque Isle & Partridge Island, and the shoreline around Marquette, Munising and Grand Island. We also offer guided kayak and canoe trips on inland rivers and lakes for fishing or just paddling and enjoying the beauty of the Northwoods. Some of the rivers trips include the Sturgeon, Whitefish, Escanaba, Michigamme, Two Hearted, Fox, and the AuTrain Rivers. Try a wilderness adventure at Craig Lake State Park, the Sylvania Wilderness, or the Big Island Wilderness. We offer half day, day trips, or multiple day trips.

Sailing Cruise on Lake Superior, Marquette, MI. Superior Odyssey offers a variety of sailing adventures from a 2 hour local sail around Marquette to a two-day trip to the Pictured Rocks or the Huron Islands. Sail on the Historic 6 passenger Schooner Coaster II on majestic Lake Superior. The 58' Coaster II has sailed the oceans and offers a safe sail with a competent crew. Custom trips available for special events. Located at the Lower Harbor in Marquette. Phone: 906-361-3668 or E-mail: coaster2@superiorodyssey.com

Superior Odyssey Ship's Store features mugs, T-Shirts, Hoodies, Knot Work, and Bear Pond Woodscraft created by Captain Niko Economides. Custom Woodwork includes Hand Carved Dove Tail Chests, Wall Cabinets, Sculptures, Furniture, plus much more. Stop by the Coaster II docked the Marquette Lower Harbor or Phone 906-361-3668

Fishing: Uncle Ducky Outfitters has guided and unguided inland lakes and river fishing trips. Equipment rentals for boats, motors, canoes and fishing tackle. We will go with you on a fishing trip or get you all set up for a fun day fishing or

Snowmobile Rentals:
Marquette Power Sports is a full service dealer offering snowmobile rental with delivery available to Big Bay. Open Tuesday through Saturday. Marquette Powersports, 4250 U.S. 41 West Marquette MI 49855 Phone: 906-228-4040
 

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