Big Rapids is in Mecosta County (of which it is the county seat), and in the West-Southwest Region. This community is located at the junction of 16 Mile Rd. and US Hwy Bus 131. Bib Rapids is also west of Mount Pleasant. Big Rapids is home to Ferris State University with an enrollment of approximately 10,000 students. The area also offers a wide range of activities such as golfing, hiking, bicycling, inner tubing, canoeing, bird watching, and sightseeing. Big Rapids has over 100 lakes and the Muskegon River for visitors to enjoy water sports such as boating, fishing, swimming, and water skiing. Accommodations in Big Rapids include Ferris Inn, Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Center and Super 8 Motel. Click for more details, including other accommodations in the area, as well as online reservations.
Education Ferris State University |
Michigan Counties Mecosta County |
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National Cherry Festival Traverse City MI June29-July6 The Grand Traverse region, known for its world-record tart cherry harvest, bursts with visitors eager to savor the flavor of cherries tucked into everything imaginable.
National Baby Food Festival Freemont MI July18-21 Show is rain or shine, no lawn chairs, no coolers, no strollers, no smoking or alcohol.
Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Festival Paw Paw MI August6-8 Choose from a hole in one contest, 5k walk/run, the Grape Escape Motorcycle Ride witht he Blue Knights of Southwest Michigan, Coca-Cola Grape Stomping competition, bicycle tour or now the new Grape Escape Golf Tournament.
Apple and BBQ Cook-Off Festival Hart MI September13-14 BBQ Cook-Off events, classic auto and truck show, dune buggy show, apple pie contest, beautiful baby contest. Farm fresh apples and craft show.
St Helen Bluegill Festival St Helen MI January1 Crafter demonstrations, live music and entertainment, vendors, kids games, a medallion hunt, and great food. Sunday wraps up with the Grand Parade and Awards Ceremony.
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