Summary
It features established sites with picnic tables, fire rings, pit toilets, and river access, but no drinking water, hookups, or RV accommodations beyond small rigs. A recreation pass or daily fee is required. Surrounded by forested scenery, it’s ideal for paddling, fishing, and hiking nearby trails like Silver Creek Pathway. Expect a peaceful, wooded vibe with river sounds nearby. Summer and early fall are best for pleasant weather and active river flows. No reservations are needed—perfect for spontaneous outdoor getaways.
15-Day Long Term Forecast
Nearby Campgrounds
Gleasons Landing
Gleasons Landing Campground
Bowman Bridge Campground and River Access
Bowman Lake Area
Claybanks Campground
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
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Nearby Snowpack Depths
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SCOTTVILLE 2 SE
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WHITE CLOUD 7.5 ENE
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WELLSTON 0.8 N
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NFS 5163 Sweetwater Township
River Runs
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South Branch From Forest Boundary East Of Hesperia At West Section Line Of Sec 22, T14N, R14W To Echo Drive In Sec 6, T13N, R12W
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Kings Road Bridge (2 Miles West Of Town Of Luther In T19N, R12W To Slackwater Of The State Fish Weir In T21N, R16W
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North Branch From Its Confluence With South Branch In Sec 22, T13N, R16 W To Mclaren Lake In Sec 11, T14N, R15W
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Croton Dam In T12N, R11W To City Of Newaygo In T12N, R12W
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Morley Dam In T13N, R10W To Croton Dam Pond In T12N, R11W
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Mainstem To Forest Boundary At North Section Line Of Sec 2, T13N, R15W (1.5 Miles West Of Herperia)
Northend Riverside Park
Hemlock Park
Peter Copeyon Park
Charles Mears State Park
William J Branstrom Park
Log Mark Rest Stop Canoe and Fishing Landing
St. Hubert Angler Parking
Fishing peir
Pere Marquette River
Suicide Bend Fishing Site
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