Club Thunderbird on the Au Sable River!

In the middle stretch of the Au Sable River Holy Waters rests the historic Club Thunderbird.  Originally built in the 1920s as a private fishing club for Detroit’s industrialists, the property includes a Main Lodge and the adjacent Squall Cabin.  The half-mile drive through towering pines, oaks, and birches leads to one of the biggest whole-log structures on the river.  It is like taking a step back in time when you stay at this classic lodge; you will enjoy the huge riverside porches, generous fireplace, natural stone firepit, and the feeling of being removed from your daily life.  The sloughing of the wind through the ancient white pines and the singing stream are the backdrop to a one-of-a-kind vacation.

The 7-acre property is completely surrounded on both sides of the river by 250 acres of Trout Unlimited land that is yours to explore—no neighbors in sight!  Both the Lodge and the Cabin are solely yours to enjoy with your family and friends during your stay. The beds boast all-cotton sheets, wool blankets, and a variety of pillows.  The kitchen is extremely well-stocked including coffee, spices, and paper products in addition to many pots, pans, and utensils.  All soaps and cleaning products are provided and safe for the environment.  There are beach towels, folding chairs, and plenty of firewood.

At Thunderbird Lodge, envision yourself stepping out of the living room, facing the riverside, and stretching onto the side of the house you will find a screened in porch where summer night dreams of a forest are made. Four of the six bedrooms in the houses front the river, but in the Squall Cabin you can sleep in the summertime bed on the screened porch to feel enmeshed with nature- feet from the river!

Club Thunderbird's serenity and beauty will surround you just take a deep breath and exhale...