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Durand, MI is a small town in the heart of Michigan. Once a key regional railroad hub, this picturesque little community boasts an impressive railroad history museum. The nearby towns and scenic surroundings offer many more excellent day trips. Read on to learn the best of them. State Railroad History Museum You really can't spend time in Durand without paying a visit to its locally famous 116-year old historic train station and museum. The unusual structure has led the Durand Union Station to become one of the most photographed train depots in the country. The trains and exhibits of the museum itself provide a wealth of knowledge about railroads. It's a place to delight avid train watchers, curious amateurs, and children alike. more Waterloo Recreation Area To the south of town sprawls this magnificent state park, with over 20,000 acres of beautiful forests and scrublands to roam around. Here, you'll find 11 lakes good for fishing, with swimming beaches and plenty of picnic sites. For more energetic visitors, there are 47 miles of top-notch hiking paths, providing an ideal escape into the great outdoors. Castle Museum in Saginaw You can take your kids to learn about the region's history while exploring a genuine castle in the charming town of Saginaw, a short drive to the north of town. The excellent exhibits, which include quaint old-time wagons and cars, really bring Michigan's history to life. Once you're done, the town of Saginaw itself has many more pleasant sights to see, including a Japanese cultural center and tea house, and a zoo. Dutch Hollow Golf Course Durand's best golf course offers a fine day out on the greens, with 18 holes and 6,000 yards of well-kept fairway. The Dutch Hollow Golf Course 's nearness to town makes this an ideal outing if you just want a quick afternoon of fresh air with a little fun and exercise. There's also a good restaurant and bar beside the course. Detroit For an exciting day of urban exploration, head southeast to the bustling city of Detroit. Here, you'll find all kinds of sights to suit your fancy, including the prestigious Detroit Institue of Arts, the Henry Ford Experience, and the lovely riverfront walkway, with its cafes, concerts, and fine river views. Michigan's capital has more than enough sights and activities to fill several outings, so make sure you plan your time with care. Lake Huron The state known as the "Great Lakes State" has more gorgeous stretches of water to boat across or hike around than any other in the country. Many consider Lake Huron to be the finest of them all, and a brief drive to the east will bring you to a handful of this magnificent lake's best state parks, which are clustered near to the shoreside town of Sarnia. For fishing, hiking, boating, and biking, you'll be hard-pressed to beat Fort Gratiot County Park. Whichever of the above days out you go for, once you're finished, pay a visit to Randy Wise Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Durand, for all your vehicle purchasing, servicing, and financing needs. Image via durandstation.org.

Nowadays, it's more important than ever to have the option of enjoying some outside food in the comfort of your own home. Excellent delivery restaurants get meals to customers fast, fresh, and with a smile. So, if you have a craving for something you don't make and just don't feel like going out, here are a few places we recommend in the Durand, MI area. 1. Jim's Pizza Pizza is perhaps the standard when talking about delivery food, and this pizzeria is one of the best in town. Promising fast service and fresh ingredients, this location is back to being open 7 days a week for your convenience. As a proper Italian place, they not only have specialty pizzas, but also a nice selection of pasta dishes, subs, and salads. And if you have a sweet tooth, try the cheesecake, we hear it's amazing. more 2. Country Carriage Restaurant A local favorite that takes pride in treating its customers like family, this place is fully prepared to get your favorite comfort foods right to your door. Having your belly and your heart warmed has never been easier with a menu featuring mouthwatering country classics. If you truly want to feel right at home, go ahead and give them a try. 3. Stomping Grounds Coffee Shop That's right, it's a coffee shop known for a variety of fun and inventive coffees, teas, frappes, smoothies, and shakes. But the food menu is just as impressive with daily homemade specials. The wraps are fresh and made to order, and there are plenty of delicious sandwiches and other finger foods to choose from. If you're feeling crazy, try one of their famous "freakshakes". 4. Hungry Howie's Pizza If you need a pile of hot wings brought to your house late night, look no further. They get orders out hot and in a hurry, and our one of the only places that stay open late (12:00 am on the weekends). Wings come original or boneless. They also have pizzas with several crusts to choose from, and oven-baked subs, pastas, and breads. 5. China Star We can't talk about delivery and forget the necessity of a good Chinese place. Sometimes you need some crispy egg rolls with duck sauce, hot wonton soup, and beef fried rice. Check out their menu online, you'll see it includes all the classics. With good prices and large portions, they'll get it right to your door, so you can fill up fast. So as you can see, there are some fine choices for the entire family on that night when you just don't feel like cooking. Every now and then it's okay to sit back, turn on the TV, and enjoy some scrumptious food that was rushed over. If takeout is more your thing and you need a new ride to pick it up, stop by Randy Wise Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Durand, and see our huge selection of vehicles. Image via pexels.com.

If you're looking for the best barbecue restaurants around Durand, MI, look no further! From roadside establishments to sit-down restaurants with full-service dining, there are many amazing places in our town to enjoy the true taste of summer! 1. Johnny V's Smoke Shack Johnny V's Smoke Shack is a popular barbecue restaurant that offers a full-service bar with cocktails that are as delicious as their food. Their Jack Daniels BBQ sauce and bourbon-based drinks really bring out your inner Southern charm! The atmosphere here will make you feel relaxed. This restaurant makes it difficult to find better-smoked meats anywhere else in town for sure. more 2. Meat BBQ Meat BBQ serves all things barbecue, from sandwiches to ribs and brisket. The menu has a variety of meats smoked over hickory wood. The restaurant also offers outdoor seating if you want to enjoy a beautiful summer day while enjoying your food! Meat BBQ serves all types of meat, including pulled pork, ham butt, beef brisket, and poultry like turkey and chicken breasts. In addition, they have sides like macaroni salad, baked beans, and potato salad. 3. Beale St. Smokehouse BBQ If you're looking for something really good to eat, this is your spot. They have everything from ribs and pulled pork sandwiches to baked beans and fries. The staff is friendly as well. The family-owned business knows what it takes to make people happy through delicious food. 4. Big O Burgers & BBQ Big O Burgers & Barbecue is a Michigan restaurant that specializes in barbecue. The ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and come with your choice of sides, like cornbread or baked beans. They also offer pulled pork and beef brisket sandwiches on soft pretzel rolls. Other tantalizing menu items include two whole lamb rotisserie pits and smoked turkey legs. Big O B&B ranks among  America's best BBQ restaurants, according to Saveur Magazine. 5. Baldwin's Smokehouse BBQ If you're looking for mouthwatering barbecue that will have your taste buds singing, Baldwin's Smokehouse Barbeque is the place to go. It starts with their secret sauce recipe, which includes a perfect blend of spices like garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. The result is an addictive BBQ sauce that pairs perfectly with any meat on its menu. Baldwin's offers everything from baby back ribs to smoked turkey breast sandwiches. With delicious flavor and smoky goodness, you won't forget the meals anytime soon! 6. Homeboy Barbeque Homeboy Barbeque is relatively a newcomer to the barbecue scene in Durand, but it has already made its mark on customers. They have plenty of choices for diners who want variety at their barbecue restaurant. For instance, they have four different sauces and several meat options, including beef brisket, pulled pork, and smoked chicken. Homeboy also offers a unique vegan menu that features jerk tofu tacos with pineapple mango salsa and grilled soy kabobs with tzatziki sauce. Do you need a new ride to visit the barbecue places? Visit Randy Wise Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Durand today to view our new and used cars inventory. You can rest assured of a personalized customer experience and finding a car that suits your needs. Image via pexels.com.

Durand, MI, might be a small city, but when it comes to fun, there are loads of invigorating outdoor activities that will get you off the couch and into the fresh air. So, grab your hiking boots, fishing tackle, mountain bike, and picnic basket, and head out for a day of outdoor adventure. 1. Camping in Sleepy Hollow State Park Treat yourself to a camping adventure in Sleepy Hollow State Park and enjoy 2,600 acres of outdoor fun and excitement throughout the year. You can camp out on the river under the trees at a tent or RV campsite with water, electricity, a picnic table, a fire ring, and Wi-Fi close to restrooms with showers. Your pooch is also welcome, and there is even an enclosed dog run where he can stretch his legs off-leash. Camping in Sleepy Hollow State Park provides access to the hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, and paddling, boating, and fishing in Lake Ovid and the Little Maple River. In winter, the park is a popular cross-country skiing and snowshoeing destination. The disc golf course is also open throughout the year. more 2. Fishing in Lake Ovid Grab your fishing tackle and head out to the 410-acre Lake Ovid in the Sleepy Hollow State Park for a day of shore or boat fishing. The lake is teeming with an array of fish species and is one of the most popular fishing lakes in the region. Anglers reel in largemouth, smallmouth, and rock bass, bluegill, muskie, sunfish, crappie, bullhead, and perch. There are two fishing piers and a boat launch. 3. Hiking and Biking in the Brighton State Recreation Area The picturesque hills and lakes in the 4,947-acre Brighton State Recreation Area make it the ideal destination for hikers and mountain bikers. Three hiking trails and six mountain biking trails wind through oak forests, grassy marshes, and dense swamp timber. Here you can explore the natural environment on easy, moderate, and advanced trails suitable for beginner to experienced hikers and bikers. The hiking trails include the one-mile Bishop Lake Trail, the two-mile Kahchin Trail, and the six-mile Penosha Trail. The two-mile Appleton Mountain Biking Trail is suitable for beginners, the seven-mile Murray Lake Trail for intermediate riders, and the seven-mile Torn Shirt Trail for advanced riders. The other mountain biking trails are looped extensions between one and two miles long with technical sections. 4. Picnicking in the Durand City Parks You don't have to go far to enjoy a great day out in the fresh air. There are 30-acres of recreational space with great picnic spots right on your doorstep. Pack your picnic basket and enjoy a family barbeque at Trumble Park and play volleyball and basketball. Optimist Park also has pavilions, picnic tables, and grills where family and friends can get together playing basketball, baseball, tennis, and roller hockey. The smaller Shaw, Lions, and Diamond District Parks also have picnic tables. To enjoy a day of fun outdoors, you don't have to drive for miles. All these great outdoor spots and recreational activities are within a 30-mile drive of the city. Visit Randy Wise Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Durand today. Our certified technicians perform expert maintenance and repair services to ensure that your vehicle is in tip-top condition for the road ahead. Schedule your service appointment, or come test drive one of our new or quality used vehicles! Image via pexels.com.

You'll find many recreational spaces in and around Durand, MI, a family-friendly town with lots of activities to enjoy. Our local parks are perfect for outdoor and nature lovers who want to run around, bask in the sunshine, and take a breath of fresh air. Here are some of our favorite spots. 1. Trumble Park Trumble Park has a large playscape for kids, toddlers, and even teenagers. With large and well-maintained grassy areas for running and playing, this park will keep you busy all day. The park's climbing structures are perfect for bigger kids who want to have fun, get active, and explore. There's also a pavilion and picnic tables for families to use. more 2. Holiday Meadows Holiday Meadows is a well-kept local park complete with a 9-hole golf course, lake, campgrounds, and various accommodations. It's a great place to bond with the family. Kids of all ages will love the park's play equipment, offering lots of opportunities to get fun and active. So if you're looking for a family-friendly place to unwind and take a break, Holiday Meadows is a must-visit. 3. Optimist Park A spacious hockey rink and well-maintained softball fields make Durand's Optimist Park a great recreational space. It's perfect for those who want to get active. To the north of the park, you'll find a pavilion with a kids' playground and spacious soccer fields. The opposite side is built with a dog park, volleyball and basketball courts, pavilions, and more. At Optimist Park, you won't run out of fun activities to try while getting a good view of the sun. So if you're looking for a spacious, clean, and well-maintained playground, don't forget to visit this place. 4. Shiatown Park Are you looking for a serene, quiet place to enjoy some outdoor activities? Shiatown Park is a lovely space for nature hikes and fishing. Here you can sit by the river and relax while enjoying moments of solitude. For families, there's a picnic area with tables and swings. Shiatown Park is a quiet and peaceful space, perfect for those who want to spend time in nature. 5. Geeck Road County Park Step outside and enjoy the beauty of nature at Geeck Road County Park, an ideal spot for outdoor activities like kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. With plenty of grills and picnic tables in the area, you can spend the whole day cooking out and enjoying a barbecue with the entire family. And with clean waters and room for pets to run around, Geeck Road County Park is one of the best spaces to explore on a family trip. Are you ready to visit any of these spots? Make sure that you have an outstanding vehicle that's ready to take you and your loved ones on a great family adventure. Visit Randy Wise Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Durand for all your transportation needs. Choose from our wide selection of the newest models and high-performing vehicles. We'll help you find the perfect car that meets your budget, style, and personal preferences. Image via pexels.com.

Durand, MI is a town with historical significance that is home to a variety of attractions and experiences that you and your travel companions are sure to enjoy. When you need a bite to eat, make sure to also check out all of the delicious restaurants with the best Mexican food in town! 1. Lupe's Lupe's is located in the nearby town of Flint and has a menu that includes appetizers, nachos, side orders, fajitas, combinations, enchiladas, burritos, desserts, quesadillas, chimichangas, salads, soups, and American dishes. Available side orders include sliced jalapenos, chopped jalapenos, tortillas, refried beans, rice, pico de gallo, and guacamole. Available appetizers include taquitos, chili cheese fries, jalapeno cream cheese poppers, and chips and salsa. more 2. Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta is located in the town of Flushing and has a large menu that includes starters, garden greens, vegetarian dishes, burritos, south of the border dishes, fajitas, enchiladas, house specialties, quesadillas, combos, and chicken dishes. Available vegetarian dishes include a veggie plate that comes with a bean burrito, a cheese enchilada, a tostada, beans, and cheese and a veggie plate that comes with a chalupa, a cheese enchilada, rice, and beans. 3. El Potrero El Potrero is located in Flint and promises an authentic atmosphere with authentic cooking. The restaurant uses distinct ingredients and creates recipes that are made from scratch. The restaurant's menu includes appetizers, sides, burritos, chicken specialties, enchiladas, fajitas, create-your-own dishes, steak specialties, tacos, vegetarian dishes, kids dishes, and lunch specials. Available chicken specialties include pollo verde, arroz con queso, and pollo con crema. 4. Alejandro's Alejandro's is located in the town of Saginaw and is open daily from 11:00a.m.-9:00p.m. with lunch hours spanning from 11:00a.m.-2:00p.m. The restaurant's menu includes appetizers and dips, soups, salads, nachos, enchiladas, specialty dishes, combination dinners, seafood dishes, burritos, fajitas, and kids' dishes. Available specialties include flautas de pollo, chiles poblanos, chimichangas, salad potosina, bistec mexicano, and mole rojo. 5. Rancho Grande Rancho Grande is located in the town of Garden City and its menu includes appetizers, Mexican steaks, eggs and omelets, traditional Mexican dishes, famous Mexican dishes, a la carte items, and American dishes. Available traditional Mexican dishes include guisado de res, camarones rancheros, pollo en mole, pollo en salsa, arroz con pollo, and chiles rellenos. Available famous Mexican dishes include enchiladas rancheras, bean burritos, tostadas, flautas, and tacos. Once you've satisfied your craving for delicious Mexican food, it is the perfect time to search for a new car. Stop by Randy Wise Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Durand today and browse our expansive selection of new and used Chryslers, Jeeps, Dodges, Rams, and Wagoneers! Our owner Randy Wise has spent his entire professional career in the automotive industry and has made a strong commitment to helping the Flint area and numerous schools and universities. Image via pexels.com.

Who doesn't like a dish of delicious ice cream or a frozen yogurt in a waffle cone? Welcome to Durand, MI, where you'll find a variety of options when you're in the mood for a cold treat. Bring the whole family out for a great time—and tasty desserts—here in our small town. Visit any one of the following, which include some of our favorites! 1. Stomping Grounds This adorable cafe/dessert joint offers a comfortable seating area and friendly service with a host of options to choose from. Whether you visit just for the sugary choices or for a meal and dessert, you'll be pleased with the delicately prepared creations. Select from several flavors and homemade cones, or enjoy one of their freak shakes. Suggestion—if you plan to order the freak shake, skip lunch! Kids especially love them too. We recommend the unicorn or the moose shake. more 2. YoWay Frozen Yogurt & Donuts This locally owned and operated business provides a create-your-own venue. Select from 16 hand-dipped flavors, and then add one or more of the dozens of candies, fruits, and nuts. Top it off with chocolate, strawberry, or caramel syrup, or hot fudge. We suggest the pineapple frozen yogurt with cheesecake bites or the mint chocolate chip with Heath bits and hot fudge topping. Kids will love the cereal milkshakes, such as cinnamon toast crunch or peanut butter cocoa pebbles. 3. Sweets & Treats For great milkshakes, banana splits, hot fudge sundaes, and floats, stop by this family-owned and operated establishment, which serves takeout only, making it a perfect stop for a quick treat. With a plethora of choices and generous portions, you're sure to find something for everyone in your group. Try the strawberry shortcake or caramel apple specialty sundae. This is also one of the few places in the area that is open year-round. 4. Cone Zone Abundant selections and huge portions are what you'll find at this locals' favorite. They use high-quality ingredients and prepare their delicacies fresh and handmade. Check out the Reese's Pieces flurry, the banana split, or the cheesecake sundae. Cone Zone also specializes in creative dishes, such as the marshmallow soft serve dipped in Rice Krispies. 5. Roaring 20's Parlour Feel like you've stepped back in time at this small, loveable, old-fashioned eatery. Though a few miles outside of town, the drive is worth it. They serve up delicious homemade treats with a smile and affordable prices. Pick from one of their nearly 50 flavors and ask for their housemade waffle cone, which they make fresh daily. We hope you have a wonderful visit to the area. Before you leave, stop by Randy Wise Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Durand and take a test drive today! Our friendly staff is happy to show you our wide selection of new and previously owned vehicles. You could be driving away in your new baby in just a couple of hours! We look forward to serving you. Image via pexels.com.