Coldwater Country

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Coldwater is full of surprises. In addition to the excellent shops and galleries, this town has some of the finest turn of the century architecture to be found anywhere in Michigan. There are enough unique things to see and do here, that you could take a number of quick getaways to Coldwater. There is the railroad, that architecture, the opera house, the alligators, antiques and drive in movies. Chicago Avenue, the Great Sauk Trail, is the main thoroughfare. On, and around that picturesque avenue, are distinctive attractions, over a hundred fresh water lakes, and nature areas.

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There are two principle shopping destinations in Coldwater Country. Downtown Coldwater has a collection of shops and dining options that will keep visitors plenty busy. From jewelry, to notions to crystals to gourmet coffee, you can find it downtown. Then there are the nearby antique malls that have enough variety that you may need to stay over. Items available there include antiques, furniture, collectibles, clocks, and primitives. New items arrive almost daily. These shops offer true antiques and vintage items at great prices, seven days a week.

Branch County is also known for its natural beauty. The Chain of Lakes is a series of seven lakes including Messenger, South, Cemetery, North, Randall, Morrison, and Craig lakes. There are seven connected lakes in the chain, and they are full of fish of all kinds. In fact, Branch County sells more fishing licenses than any other county in Michigan. Another unique nature destination is the Alligator Sanctuary. They showcase the learning abilities of the alligators, no wrestling or anything of that sort. There are usually 100 - 150 alligators at any time. These alligators are all rescues. At the sanctuary they are healed and receive training. They all get color training so each responds to a specific color for training. They can learn their names. In fact, they hear better than dogs and can distinguish specific sounds like the difference between Ned & Ted.

Coldwater Country is another cool Michigan day trip.