Bay City sits on the Saginaw River and Saginaw Bay of Lake Huron, offering a compact, walkable downtown, riverfront parks, historic neighborhoods, year‑round outdoor recreation (boating, fishing, trails) and a steady calendar of seasonal events and local restaurants — a pleasant, affordable spot that’s easy to enjoy during multi‑week assignments.
Nearby Saginaw (~15 miles) and Midland (~30 miles) are within easy driving distance for bigger hospitals, shopping and cultural outings when you want more variety.