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This is the most comprehensive guide to vacationing resources located in Michigan's beautiful AuSable River Valley. It includes information on on places to stay, places to eat, places to have fun, places to shop, and places to obtain services in the larger cities as well as the small villages. It contains 417 pages of information relating to these topics.
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West Branch, Michigan
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The city of West Branch is the county seat for Ogemaw County. It was founded in the early 1870’s when the Jackson, Lansing & Saginaw Railroad built a line to the area for the transportation of lumber. A post office was established in 1873 and the village was organized in 1885. It was reorganized as a city in 1905. West Branch has a diverse economy based on tourism, small businesses, and a variety manufacturing facilities. The downtown area has many unique restaurants and shops, many featuring Victorian era architecture. Several beautiful and challenging Golf Courses make West Branch an ideal location of a golf vacation. Population: 2,500. City Offices: 121 N. Fourth St., West Branch, MI 48661, (989) 345-0500.
A store and a hotel was built here in 1871, when the railroad came through. The town was named from its location on the west branch of the Rifle River. Incorporated as a village in 1885 and as a city in 1905. Informational excerpts from Michigan Place Names, by Walter Romig, L.H.D.
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Businesses, Organizations & Recreational Resources
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Abigail's Antiques & Classic Rags [Antique Shops], 305 W Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-0350
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Advanced Downtown Aquatic Physical Therapy [Physical Therapy Clinic], 105 W. Houghton Avenue, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-9755
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Ambrose Lake State Forest Campground [Campgrouns & RV Parks], County Road 15 & 20, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 275-4622
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Apple Valley Golf Course [Golf Courses], 2100 East Maes Road, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-2971
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B & C Electrical Enterprises Inc. [Electrical Contractors], PO Box 453, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-5153
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Beaver Trail Campground [Campgrounds & RV Parks], 4408 Grass Lake Rd, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-7745
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Bortz Health Care of Rose City [Nursing Homes], 445 S. Valley Street, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3600
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Brian’s Fruit & Meat Market [Grocery Stores, Meat Markets], 2167 S. M-76, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3709
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Brian’s Processing [Meat Processing, Wild Game Processing], 439 N. Morrison Road, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 225-9100
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The Brooks [Nursing Homes], 646 Court Street, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-1400
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C.A. Hanes Realty [Real Estate Agencies], 1953 S. M-33, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-2662
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China Inn Inc. [Restaurants - Chinese Cuisine], 601 West Houghton Avenue, PO Box 334, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-2898
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Clear Lake Resort [Cabin & Cottage Rentals, Pontoon Rentals], 3802 Grass Lake Rd, West Branch, Michigan 48661, Phone: (989) 345-2459
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Colonial Village Bakery [Bakeries], 325 W. Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-5640
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Country Corners [Pizzerias, Ice Cream Shops], 1857 W. Higgins Lake Dr., Roscommon, MI 48653, Phone: (989) 821-8548
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DaVita West Branch Dialysis [Medical Clinics], 599 Court St., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-9114
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Downtown Antiques & Collectibles [Antique Shops], 218 W Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-1391
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Downtown Victorian West Branch [Specialty Stores], 422 W Houghton Ave, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-2821
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The Dream Golf Course [Golf Courses], 5266 Old 76 (M-55), West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-6300
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Edith M’s [Florists, Candy Shops, Gift Shops], 227 W. Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-8001
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Enchante Art Gallery [Art Galleries], 2799 Refinery Rd., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-0227
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Enchanted Forest Guide to Northern Michigan [Internet Directory], 3980 Curtisville Rd., South Branch, Michigan 48761, Phone: (989) 745-8433, Email: support@theenchantedforest.net
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Enchanted Forest Web Page Design Service [Domain Names, Email Accounts, Website Design & Hosting Services, Internet Directories], 3980 Curtisville Rd., South Branch, Michigan 48761, Phone: (989) 745-8433, Email: support@theenchantedforest.net
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Fourth St Gallery & Gift Shop [Art Galleries, Gift Shops], 124 N Fourth St., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-1451
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Geneva Artisan Bakery & Bistro [Bakeries, Restaurants], 221 W. Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-8000
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The Gun Smith Shop [Guns & Gunsmiths], 1470 Stalker Dr,, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-7619
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Hi-Skore Lanes & Bar [Bowling Allies, Bars], 2436 S M 30, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-5580
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Hi Tec Insultation, LLC [Contractors - Insulation], 4651 Diebold Ranch Road, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-7166
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Horizon Senior Living III [Adult Foster Care], 613 Progress, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-9404
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Holistic Pampered Pets [Pet Grooming, Pet Food & Supplies], 300 W. Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-1060
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Hospice of Helping Hands [Hospices], 322 West Houghton Avenue, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (800) 992-6592
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Ink & Thread [Embroidery Shops, Trophy Sales, Gift Shops], 313 West Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3300
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J & P Sporting Goods Inc [Guns & Gunsmiths], 3275 W M 76, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3744
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Java Junction Coffee House [Restaurants-Coffee Shops], 511 W Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-0144
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Jr’s Discount Guns [Guns & Gunsmiths], 325 N 6th St., West Branch, MI. 48661, Phone: (989) 343-0096
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Ken's Barber Shop [Barber Shops], 300 E Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-5483
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Ken Simmons Well Drilling [Contractors - Well Drilling], 1633 S. Gray Rd., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (800) 696-6197
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Klemmers Processing [Butchering, Wild Game Processing], 2831 S M 76, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-2869
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Lake George Resort [Cabin & Cottage Rentals, Resorts], 4195 Lake George Rd., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-0856
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Lake Ogemaw Guest House [Cabin & Cottage Rentals], 1660 Arrowhead Trail, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (586) 553-2919
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Leelin Home Health Care Inc [Home Health Services], 352 E. Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3138
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Lehner’s Collision [Auto Body Repair], 2789 S. M-76, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-0577
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Lily Landing [Cabin & Cottage Rentals], 4680 Oak Dr., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (586) 944-8965
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LogHaven Bed and Breakfast [Bed & Breakfasts], 1550 McGregor Road, West Branch, MI 4866, Phone: (989) 685-3527
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Loranger Pines RV Park [Campgrounds & RV Parks], 1700 Crawford Lane, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-0261
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LumberJack Food & Spirits [Restaurants, Taverns], 2980 Cook Road, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-0892
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M & R Water Well Drilling [Contractors - Well Drilling], 605 E M 55, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-9355
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May & Associates, Inc. [Surveyors], 3197 W M-76, Suite B, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-1600
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Medical Arts Center [Hospitals], 335 E. Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-0849
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Michigan Bed & Breakfast Guide [Internet Directories], 3980 Curtisville Rd., South Branch, Michigan 48761, Phone: (989) 745-8433, Email: support@theenchantedforest.net
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Michigan Canoe & Kayak Rentals Directory [Internet Directories], 3980 Curtisville Rd., South Branch, Michigan 48761, Phone: (989) 745-8433, Email: support@theenchantedforest.net
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Michigan Magazine [Television Show], POB 424, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 272-5606
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Michigan Paddlesports Directory [Internet Directories], 3980 Curtisville Rd., South Branch, Michigan 48761, Phone: (989) 745-8433, Email: support@theenchantedforest.net
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Michigan Taxidermist Directory [Internet Directories] 3980 Curtisville Rd., South Branch, Michigan 48761, Phone: (989) 745-8433, Email: support@theenchantedforest.net
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Mid Michigan Fire Protection [Fire Protection Equipment & Services], 606 N Clear Lake Rd., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-9500
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TELL THEM YOU SAW THEIR AD IN AUSABLE RIVER VALLEY ONLINE
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Modern Craft Winery - Tasting Room [Wineries & Vineyards], 224 W. Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone; (989) 345-5226
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Morse Clark Furniture & Flooring Company [Furniture Stores, Floor Coverings], 219 W. Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-0355
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Mr. Mike’s Pizza & Sandwich [Pizzerias, Sandwich Shops], 105 Plaza Dr., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-1818
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Needham's Family Hair Care [Barber Shops], 618 W Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-2164
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The Nightmare Golf Course [Golf Courses] , 5745 Old 76 (M-55), West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-1500
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North Country Outfitters of West Branch LLC [Guns & Gunsmiths], 1708 Nor-Wyn Dr., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: 989-942-0003
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Northern Michigan Cabin & Cottage Rentals [Internet Directories], 3980 Curtisville Rd., South Branch, Michigan 48761, Phone: (989) 745-8433, Email: support@theenchantedforest.net
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Ogemaw County Fair [County Fairs], 2300 Rifle Trail, P.O. Box 175, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-5393
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Ogemaw County Historical Museum [Historical Museum], 123 S. 5th Street, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-4059
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Ogemaw County Humane Society [Animal Shelters], 1367 S M-33, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-7387
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Ogemaw County Snowmobile Trail Map
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Ogemaw Hills Pathway [Biking Trai] - Fairview Eoad 4.5 miles north of West Branch (Ogemaw County)
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Ogemaw Lanes, Inc. [Bowling, Miniature Golf, Game Room, Restaurant, Bar], 2357 South M 76, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-2200
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Ogemaw Nature Park (White-tailed Deer) [Hunting Preserves & Game Farms], 5626 W. Rose City Road, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 389-3257
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Original Computer Genie [Computer Service & Repair], 3275 W M 76 Ste D, West Branch, MI 48661-9180, Phone: (989) 345-2760
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Ponderosa Steakhouse [Steakhouses], 2882 Cook Road, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-1215
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Portraits By Linda [Photographers], 2766 W Clear Lake Rd, West Branch, MI 48661 , Phone: (989) 345-1978
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Primary Care [Medical Clinics], 559 Progress St. Bldg A, Ste A, P.O. Box 340, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-0945
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Progress Physical Therapy [Physical Therapy Clinics], 565 Progress St., Suite C, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-4300
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Quality Inn - West Branch [Hotels & Motels, Restaurants, Gift Shops], 2980 Cook Road, PO Box 369, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3503
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The Point at Clear Lake, 2134 Miller Drive, West Branch, Michigan 48661, Phone: (989) 835-1876
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The Potato Barn Antique Mall [Antique Shops], 615 W Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-3333
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Roy Simmons & Son Well Drilling [Contractors - Well Drilling], 976 W. M-55, West Branch, MI, 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3872
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Skate Place [Roller Skating Rinks], 1917 W M 55, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3024
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St. Mary’s Of Michigan [Hospitals], 2431 S. M-30, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-3600
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Sunrise Print Communications [Print Shops], 118 W Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-4475
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Super 8 [Hotels & Motels], 2596 Austin Way, I-75 Exit 212, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-8488
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SVS Vision [Optometrists], 511 E. Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3680
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The Sweet Life [Candy Stores], 2990 Cook Road (in Tanger Outlets), West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-7810
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Tony's Processing [Meat Processing, Wild Game Processing], 1400 Joy Bell Ln, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-7454
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Tri-Terrace Motel [Hotels & Motels], 2259 South M-76, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3121
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Troll Landing Campground & Canoe Rental [Campgrounds & RV Parks, Cabin & Cottage Rentals, Canoe & Kayak Rentals], 2660 Rifle River Trail, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-7260
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FREEDOM TO WORSHIP - THANK A VETERAN
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3775 [Veterans Organizations], 5007 N M-30, PO Box 223, West Branch, MI 48661-0223, Phone: (989) 343-2462
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Victorian Millworks [Furniture Stores, Antique Shops], 3249 W. M-55, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-2540
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The Wagon Wheel Inn [Restaurants], 3480 W. Lehman Road, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 965-0427
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Welcome Motel [Hotesl & Motels], 3308 East I-75 Loop, West Branch, MI 4866, Phone: (989) 345-2896
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West Branch Area Chamber of Commerce [Chambers of Commerce], 422 W Houghton Ave, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-2821
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West Branch Country Club [Golf Courses], 198 S Fairview Drive, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-2501
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West Branch Farmers` Market [Farmers Markets], 121 North First, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-0500
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West Branch Green House [Green Houses], 166 N. Fifth St., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-1133
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West Branch Pawn [Pawnbrokers], 3218 W M 76, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 701-2097
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West Branch Regional Medical Center [Hospitals], 2463 South M-30, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3660
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West Branch RV Park [Campgrounds & RV Parks], 2370 Old M-76, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3295
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West Branch Snowmobile Trail Report
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Wildwood State Forest Campground [Campgrounds & RV Parks], M-30 & Wildwood Shores Road, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 275-5151
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Willard’s Equipment [Tractor Sales & Service], 255 M-33, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 345-3128
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West End Inc [Automobile Detailing, Car Washes], 3131 W M 76, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-0102
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Woodland Auto Wash [Automobile Detailing, Car Washes], 2225 S M 76, West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: (989) 343-9848
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Zettlel's Sport Center [Gun & Gunsmiths], 3091 W. Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661, Phone: 989-345-3159
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