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About East Tawas, MI

East Tawas is a Lake Huron shoreline city in northeastern Michigan, about three hours north of Detroit via I-75 and US-23. The main route is US-23 along the eastern shore, with State Route 55 providing interior access. Popular with anglers and outdoor enthusiasts, the city features the historic East Tawas State Dock, a 1,200-foot pier extending into Tawas Bay where locals fish for walleye and salmon.

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East Tawas, MI is in United States, at 44.288, -83.485 - about 5 km north-east of Tawas City, MI.

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What is the closest airport to East Tawas, MI?

The closest airport to East Tawas, MI is Alpena County Regional Airport, 110 km (about 1 h 37 min by car).

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