Things To Do (within 30 minutes)
1. Explore Gun Lake & Water Activities
Gun Lake is a hub for boating, swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and more. It’s an all-sports lake (~2,680 acres) with options for jet skis, tubing, fishing, and relaxing by the water. You can rent pontoons, kayaks, or boats from local marinas and launch from public access sites.
2. Visit Gun Lake Casino & Water Park
Gun Lake Casino offers gaming, dining, and entertainment. There’s also a waterpark adjacent (slides, splash zones, etc.), making it a fun mix of laid-back & energetic options.
3. Play a Round at Orchard Hills Golf Course
For golf lovers, Orchard Hills Golf Course in Shelbyville is a local favorite. It’s scenic, accessible, and perfect for a relaxed afternoon before or after the wedding.
4. Hike & Bike in Yankee Springs Recreation Area
Yankee Springs offers scenic trails, forests, and nature to wander. It’s ideal for hiking, mountain biking, or even birdwatching--find routes like Hall Lake Trail and Devil’s Soup Bowl Trail.
Gun Lake Kayaking
2422 Patterson Rd, Shelbyville, MI 49344, 2696722500
Gun Lake Casino Resort
1123 129th Avenue, Wayland, MI 49348
Orchard Hills Golf Course and Banquet Facility
714 125th Avenue, Shelbyville, MI 49344
Yankee Springs Recreation Area
2104 S Briggs Road, Middleville, MI, 2697959081
For all the days along the way