Rose City - Founded 1900 - Incorporated 1932
Population: 721
Area: 1 sq. Mile
Goverment: Mayor / Council Type
Located in the County of Ogemaw Est. April 1, 1840

Ogemaw County Travelers & Visitors Bureau

Directions:

From the south Take I-75 North to the 202 exit. Merge to the right follow M-33 north to Rose City.
From the north take I-75 south to the 215 exit Take M-55 east to M-33 turn left on M-33 go to Rose City

Recreation Links:

Outdoor Activities in the Rose City area

Snowmobile/Ski Trail Report

Rifle River Recreation Area Video - Great Getaways

Events

February 2
Rose City Snow Box Derby - 11:00 a.m. Rose City/Lupton Area Chamber of Commerce - (989) 685-2936

February 9
Riverwalk Park Concert - Concert fundraiser for Riverwalk Park, Rose City 6-9pm. Talent show, silent auction and desserts, Rose City City Hall - (989) 685-2603    

Summer - TBA
Movie In The Park - Rose City, Houghton Creek Park, Saturday at 7:30p.m. - Scenic Motel - (989) 685-2668

July 4
4th of July Festival Parade & Fireworks - Rose City , Houghton Creek Park , Kids games, entertainment - George Riskovitch (989) 473-2495

July 4
Fishing Derby - Rose City - Rose City / Lupton Area Chamber of Commerce (989) 685-2936

August 30-31
Rose City Fall Festival - Rose City Houghton Creek Park , Entertainment, Kids games, good food. - Rose City / Lupton Area Chamber of Commerce (989) 685-2936

December 6
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting - Rose City Park , 6:30 PM -7:30 PM, (989) 685-2936 or (989) 685-2594

Rifle River Recreation Area

2550 E. Rose City Rd. - Lupton, MI 48635-0098
Approximate Size: 4449 (Acres)
Vehicle Permit Required: Yes
Phone Number: (989) 473-2258

Ogemaw County TVB - Rifle River Recreation Area

The Rifle River Recreation Area covers 4,329 acres in Ogemaw County, and is the most predominant recreation facility in the watershed. The park offers 159 campsites, has several hiking trails and several lakes in its boundaries. From biking to fishing to relaxing to birdwatching, the Rifle River Recreation Area is the perfect setting to enjoy your visit to Ogemaw County.

Rose Valley Winery

Rose Valley Winery 3039 Beechwood Road, Rose City
(989) 685-9399

www.rosevalleywinery.net
Rose Valley Winery is committed to making quality wines from locally-grown, cold-hardy grapes. We strive to present the Gifts of Nature in a simple and personal manner. As only the second winery of our kind on the eastern side of Michigan's lower peninsula, we seek to encourage others to make wine as well, hoping to lead the way in the formation of an eastern wine community in the state. Our wines are well balanced, fruity, priced to please and personal as a fond embrace. We welcome visitors to our winery seven days a week to sample and to buy, to browse and to banter in our warm, welcoming and cheerful atmosphere.

Lodging

Badlands Entertainment Complex

Formerly Rose Valley
TOLL FREE 866-686-3950
605 North Williams - Rose City, MI 48654
www.badlandsentertainmentcomplex.com

BadLands Steak House & Burger Town features Lodging, Great Dining, Bowling and Night Club w/ Live Music & Entertainment, providing an ideal location for family, club or group getaways.   Stay here and enjoy the benefits of early breakfast & late dining in a friendly, up north atmosphere. Complex boasts (17) Motel Units with wireless internet, air, bubble tubs, refrigerators, food & bar service available;  Extensive menu (60) Seat Dining Room;  (180) Seat Sports Bar & Nightclub; Bowling Center & game arcade. Catering and banquets.  Direct state trail access.  Why not rent the entire Complex

Scenic Motel

(989) 685-2668
618 S. Bennett (M-33) - Rose City, MI 48654
www.scenicmotel.com

Welcome to our comfortable & convenient location in Rose City. Every room has cable TV, phone, mini-fridge, & AC. Dedicated non-smoking & pet free rooms upon request. Access snowmobile & ORV trails directly from your room. Miles of the best cycle riding …power or pedal…anywhere! XC, snowshoeing, mountain bike, & hiking trails abound. Large parking area for your Toy Box! Midway between Mio & West Branch. Shop Amish or Outlet. Fish Rifle or AuSable. The Rifle River Recreational Area is 5 miles away with over 4,000 acres & 7 lakes.

LogHaven Bed & Breakfast

(989) 685-3527
1550 McGregor Road - West Branch MI 48661
www.loghavenbbb.com

Conveniently located between West Branch, Rose City and Mio, LogHaven B&B offers a quiet getaway in the Huron National Forest.  Our generous rooms are furnished and decorated for your comfort and relaxation and include a hearty, country breakfast.  We host family gatherings, weddings, and outings for nearby activities such as world-class golf, canoeing, xc-skiing, antique shopping and more.  Some guests bring their horses and stable with us.  Riding trails begin at the front door.  Visit LogHaven and enjoy a glass of wine in front of our roaring fireplace in winter or on expansive decks and porches in summer – all with spectacular views!