Michigan is home to 12 Indian tribes recognized by the federal government as sovereign nations. Many of these Native American groups operate exciting casinos all across the state. Whether it is a large complex with multiple gaming areas, or a smaller casino nestled in the woods, each provides a unique experience for residents and tourists alike.
Conveniently located in the middle of the state's lower peninsula is Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, managed by the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Community. The gaming floor features 70 tables with a variety of games including high-stakes blackjack, roulette, craps, mini baccarat, and poker. You can enjoy a vast array of slot machines numbering over 4,400, including progressive machines and high stakes. The casino also highlights the state's largest high-stakes bingo games. Soaring Eagle has unique dining experiences including; Isabella’s Italian cuisine, Siniikaung Steakhouse, and the Firefly buffet. The casino resort features a 514-room hotel where you can relax after a day of gambling in the four-diamond spa, or take a dip in the 2,400-square-foot pool.
Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort
6800 Soaring Eagle Boulevard
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
888-732-4537
soaringeaglecasino.com
Situated on the Leelanau Peninsula, in the center of Michigan’s wine country, is the Leelanau Sands Casino and Lodge. You can enjoy a selection of nearly 500 slot machines, all the popular table games including the new blackjack switch, and a variety of bingo games. Dining pleasures range from the casual Double Eagle award-winning buffet to Big Dex’s Pizzeria, which is right on the gaming floor. Gamblers can also enjoy the Sand Dollar Sports Bar. The Leelanau Sands Lodge is located in a wooded setting with a view of Grand Traverse Bay just a short distance from the casino. You may also enjoy accommodations at a beachfront chalet or a cottage located along the bay. The casino provides free shuttle service to the casino complex. Leelanau Sands Casino is owned by the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians.
Leelanau Sands Casino and Lodge
2521 NW Bay Shore Drive
Peshawbestown, MI 49682
231-534-8100
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Located near the cereal capitol of the world, Battle Creek, Mich., FireKeepers Casino offers nearly 2,700 slot machines starting at a penny and increasing up to high-stakes levels. The gaming floor will entertain you with many popular table games such as blackjack, roulette, craps, as well as several types of poker. The casino features several restaurants from simple to elegant. Café 24/7 has a classic diner theme while The Mijem buffet includes foods from around the world. For quick meals on the go, there’s Chi Mon-ee’s food court and Amazen Blazen Grab and Go. If you are looking for a more elegant dining experience the casino features the more intimate Nibi restaurant. If you need lodging, there are several hotel choices within minutes of the casino. FireKeepers casino is operated by the Nottawaseppi Band of Potawatomi Indians.
FireKeepers Casino
11177 East Michigan Avenue
Battle Creek, MI 49014
877-352-8777
firekeeperscasino.com
