This is the second time USA TODAY readers have honored the Au Sable for its fly fishing. In 2024's USA TODAY's 10BEST Readers ...

The Au Sable River in Northern Michigan has earned its place as the top fly-fishing destination in the United States, beating out some of the most famous rivers in the country. According to a recent ...

The river also hosts the annual Au Sable River Canoe Marathon, which starts in Grayling and ends in Oscoda. Canoers have to portage six dams along the way. Top 10 Best Fly Fishing rivers in the US ...

The AuSable River Queen carried tourists up and down the river for nearly 60 years. Here's a look at the boat and the fate of some other well-known excursion vessels that once plied Michigan waters.

The AuSable River Queen carried tourists up and down the river for nearly 60 years. Here's a look at the boat and the fate of some other well-known excursion vessels that once plied Michigan waters.

The river and region’s history, however, hinged on timber, not trout. As the vast forests yielded their treasures, the Au Sable served as the avenue to move the timber to mills.

When the renowned AuSable River Queen sank unexpectedly on March 11, owners Laurie and Roger Rice said they were left baffled and devastated. Two weeks later, the cause of the sinking remains unclear.

On Earth Day, the Ausable River Association is hosting a roadside cleanup along the banks of the river. If you're interested in volunteering, check-in is Saturday, 9:30 a.m. at the Wilmington Town ...

The AuSable River Queen is shown as it sinks in the AuSable River in Oscoda Township on Wednesday, March 12, in this photo by Laurie J. Ferguson.

Yep, they call the AuSable River Canoe Marathon the world’s toughest spectator race. Head to the riverbanks in the wee hours of the night to witness a symbiotic relationship between diehard ...

The AuSable River Queen carried tourists up and down the river for nearly 60 years. Here's a look at the boat and the fate of some other well-known excursion vessels that once plied Michigan waters.