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Blacksmith Bayou Access Site
Blacksmith Bayou Access Site is a boat ramp located in Michigan. It is a concrete ramp that is 20 feet wide and has a parking area for vehicles with trailers. The ramp provides access to the Betsie River, which flows into Lake Michigan.
The site is operated by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and is open year-round, weather permitting. The Betsie River is a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Motorized boats are permitted on the river, but there are some restrictions on the types of craft that can be used.
According to the latest information available, the Blacksmith Bayou Access Site is in good condition and is regularly maintained by the state. It is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, offering easy access to the Betsie River and the many recreational opportunities it provides. Get driving directions.
The site is operated by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and is open year-round, weather permitting. The Betsie River is a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Motorized boats are permitted on the river, but there are some restrictions on the types of craft that can be used.
According to the latest information available, the Blacksmith Bayou Access Site is in good condition and is regularly maintained by the state. It is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, offering easy access to the Betsie River and the many recreational opportunities it provides. Get driving directions.
Campground Restrictions
As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you on-line or at any office of the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forests. Applicable Orders -
- Motorized Vehicle Use of Roads, Trails and Off-road Areas; R904-14-02
- Occupancy and Use - Developed Recreation Areas, Dispersed Areas, Being Publicly Nude, Marine Prohibitions, Parking and Sanitation; R904-14-03
STREAMFLOW LEVELS
| Streamgauge | Streamflow |
|---|---|
|
Juday Creek Near South Bend
USGS 04101370 |
21 cfs |
|
St. Joseph River At Elkhart
USGS 04101000 |
4,340 cfs |
|
Galien River Near Sawyer
USGS 04096015 |
65 cfs |
|
Prairie River Near Nottawa
USGS 04097540 |
118 cfs |
|
St. Joseph River At Mottville
USGS 04099000 |
2,300 cfs |
|
Dowagiac River At Sumnerville
USGS 04101800 |
308 cfs |
|
St. Joseph River At Niles
USGS 04101500 |
5,080 cfs |
Nearby Camping
| Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnie Pond | 18 | 850 ft | |||
| Sand Lake - Manistee | 118 | 906 ft | |||
| Garey Lake Trail Camp - State Forest | 15 | 860 ft | |||
| Condon Lake | 6 | 919 ft | |||
| Pines Point | 94 | 717 ft | |||
| D. H. Day - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore | 85 | 599 ft | |||
| Nichols Lake | 34 | 910 ft | |||
| Gleasons Landing | 14 | 773 ft | |||
| Sawkaw Lake | 9 | 981 ft | |||
| Dorner Lake | 8 | 853 ft | |||
| Fremont Lake City Park | Numerous | 747 ft |
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Nearby Boat Launches
Points of Interest
| Location |
|---|
| Caberfae Scenic Overlook |
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