By Nicholas Katers
Things to Do in Dundee, Michigan
The village of Dundee is caught between the reaches of the
Detroit and Toledo metro areas. Dundee may be a small village with less than 5,000 residents, but proximity to two major Midwestern cities means plenty of attractions for tourists. Visitors to Dundee can check out major attractions like Splash Universe Dundee and mix in smaller attractions to experience everything this quaint village has to offer.
Splash Universe Dundee
Splash Universe Dundee is an indoor water park and resort popular among travelers throughout Michigan. Splash Universe features a 500-gallon splash bucket, a Lazy River ride and other attractions that keep the family happy even in the winter. The Treehouse Pub and Grub Restaurant within the water park serves food and drinks to park goers. Travelers can book accommodations at Splash Universe's 163 guest rooms before hitting other attractions in Dundee.
Splash Universe Dundee
100 Whitetail Drive
Dundee, Michigan 48131
(877) 752-7482
http://riverrun.splashuniverse.com/
Deme Acres Golf Course
Deme Acres Golf Course is an 18-hole public golf course located just south of Dundee in Petersburg, Michigan. The course spans 5,735 yards and plays par 70 with plenty of sand traps and water hazards for advanced golfers. Deme Acres offers relatively low greens fees, cart rentals and other services to accommodate golfers throughout the region. Golfers staying in Monroe County over the summer can play in leagues at Deme Acres held from Tuesdays through Fridays.
Deme Acres Golf Course
17655 W. Albain Road
Petersburg, Michigan 49270
(734) 279-1151
http://www.demeacres.com/index.htm
Serenity Day Spa and Salon
The Serenity Day Spa and Salon in Dundee allows visitors to forget their concerns while getting pampered. The spa's experienced staff provides free hair, nail and skin consultations before providing any services. Serenity Day Spa and Salon provides basic services like manicures, pedicures, haircuts and facials at affordable rates. Visitors can request body wraps, deep tissue massages and anti-aging facials for premium rates. The spa also offers packages like the Serenity Intro and Angel Therapy to help visitors address multiple physical ailments at one time.
Serenity Day Spa and Salon
110 Barnum St.
Dundee, Michigan 48131
(734) 529-9900
http://serenityofdundee.com/default.asp
Sterling State Park
Sterling State Park offers 1,300 acres of pristine forests, barbecue spaces and green spaces overlooking Lake Erie. The park provides 256 camping sites and updated restrooms to tourists and residents with state park vehicle permits. Sunbathers and anglers can hit the mile-long stretch of beach at Sterling State Park. The state of Michigan developed six miles of trails at Sterling State Park to accommodate runners, bikers and snowshoe enthusiasts depending on the season.
Sterling State Park
2800 State Park Road
Monroe, Michigan 48162
(734) 289-2715
http://www.michigandnr.com/ParksandTrails/Details.aspx?id=497&type=SPRK
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About the Author:
Nicholas Katers has been a freelance writer since 2006. He teaches American history at Carroll University in Waukesha, Wis. His past works include articles for "CCN Magazine," "The History Teacher" and "The Internationalist" magazine. Katers holds a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in American history from University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, respectively.
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