Getting around Kawkawlin means navigating a Bay County community connected by regional roads, with Bayway public transit serving the county. The town centre is a 15-minute walk from Northland Motel near the town centre, and Bay City State Park is a 10-minute drive from the motel.
- Kawkawlin is in Bay County, Michigan.
- I-75 and M-13 are major regional routes serving the township.
- Bayway fixed-route service operates Monday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Bay City State Park is about a 10-minute drive from the motel.
Understanding Kawkawlin’s Layout
Kawkawlin sits within Bay County, and its road network connects local roads with regional routes. The township is less than 20 miles from midtown Bay City.
I-75 and M-13 are the major regional transportation routes serving the township. Major county primary roads include Linwood Road, Seven Mile Road, Beaver Road, Parish Road, Mackinaw Road and Linwood Beach Road.
Walking to the Town Centre
Kawkawlin’s town centre is about a 15-minute walk from Northland Motel, or about a 1-minute drive. The walk gives you a direct option for reaching the centre without making a car trip.
For a longer outing, Bay City State Park is about a 59-minute walk from the motel, compared with about 10 minutes by car. The park is on the shore of Saginaw Bay at 3582 State Park Drive, Bay City, Michigan 48706.
Driving to Nearby Visitor Stops
Driving gives you a practical way to reach Bay City State Park from Kawkawlin. The park has more than 1,000 feet of sandy beach, more than 2,000 acres of habitats, miles of trails, a campground, a spray park and the Saginaw Bay Visitor Center.
A Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry to Michigan state parks and forest campgrounds, including Bay City State Park.
The park has an accessible “Play by The Bay” playground and two ADA-accessible mini cabins, each sleeping up to five people. A guide to visiting Bay City State Park can help you decide what to include in a park visit.
Checking Public Transport and Local Services
Bayway is Bay County’s public transit system, with fixed-route service operating Monday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Sunday service runs from the first Sunday in March through the last Sunday in November. Check Bayway’s official site before you go for current schedules and service details.
Bayway On Demand is a pre-scheduled and same-day service for qualified, approved riders, with listed operating hours Monday–Saturday, 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Ride Flex offers instant booking within its Flex service zones, so check current zone information before relying on it for a Kawkawlin trip.
If you’re arriving by air, MBS International Airport is about a 20-minute drive from Northland Motel. You can plan the airport leg with how to get from MBS Airport to Kawkawlin.
Planning Around Your Arrival and Departure
Allow for the transfer you plan to use: Bishop International Airport is about 63 minutes by car from the motel. Capital City Airport is roughly 69.0 miles away.
For county-road conditions, the Bay County Road Commission provides a construction map and road-alert sign-up. This is the official place to check for current county-road projects and alerts before setting out.
FAQs
Does Bayway serve Kawkawlin?
Bayway is Bay County’s public transit system. Check its current route and zone information to confirm service for your specific Kawkawlin trip.
How far is Kawkawlin from Bay City?
Kawkawlin Township is less than 20 miles from midtown Bay City.
Do you need a pass to drive into Bay City State Park?
Yes. A Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry to Michigan state parks and forest campgrounds, including Bay City State Park.