9.5 Acres of Prime Commercial Land – Onaway, MI

Commercial Opportunity on M-68 – 9.5 Acres of High-Visibility Vacant Land in Onaway, Michigan

Position your next development in the heart of Northern Michigan’s thriving outdoor and tourism corridor. This 9.5-acre commercially zoned vacant parcel just outside the city limits of Onaway offers exceptional frontage on M-68 — a well-traveled route connecting Cheboygan, Indian River, and US-23 along Lake Huron. With strong visibility, easy access, and endless nearby recreation, this property is primed for investors, developers, and business owners looking to serve Michigan’s year-round outdoor market.

Located in Presque Isle County near Onaway — known as the Sturgeon Capital of Michigan — this parcel sits within one of the most recreation-rich regions in the state. Just a short drive away, Atlanta (the “Elk Capital of Michigan”) draws thousands annually for hunting season, the Elk Festival, and the world-renowned Sno-Drift Rally. The surrounding area features nearly 1,000 square miles of state land, lakes, trout streams, ORV trails, and snowmobile routes — bringing steady seasonal and tourism-driven traffic right past your future business.

Lake Huron’s shoreline, the Thunder Bay River system, Fletcher Pond (Floodwaters), and countless inland lakes, including Crooked Lake, Clear Lake, Tomahawk Lake, and Rush Lake, provide year-round opportunities for boating, fishing, camping, kayaking, and hunting. This is prime territory for a storage facility, campground, equipment rental hub, retail storefront, contractor yard, or service-based business catering to outdoor enthusiasts and residents alike.

With commercial zoning, excellent highway exposure, and proximity to Cheboygan, Indian River, Alpena, and Gaylord, this property offers the space and flexibility to bring your Northern Michigan business vision to life.

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:

9.5 acres of undeveloped, commercially zoned land.  Prime frontage and visibility on M-68; High-traffic corridor connecting Lake Huron and inland recreation areas; Minutes from downtown Onaway amenities; Surrounded by lakes, rivers, state land, ORV/snowmobile trails; Ideal for storage units, campground, retail, service business, or investment hold; Located in a strong, tourism and recreational market.

Take advantage of this rare commercial acreage opportunity in one of Michigan’s most recreation-driven regions.  Invest where Michigan plays.

DIRECTIONS:  From Atlanta, MI: Take M-33 North to M-68 West. The property is located on the north side of M-68 just outside the Onaway city limits.