Craft & Seasonality
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Motorboat ✓
Kayak / Canoe ✗
Jet Ski / PWC ✗
Large Boat ✗
Winter Access Site Details
Conditions change rapidly due to water levels, prop wash, and weather. Always visually inspect before backing down.
RampCarry-in only, 0 lanes
Trailer Parking0 spots · grass/soil
Vehicle-Only10 spots
FeeMI Recreation Passport (annual, on vehicle registration)
HoursOpen at all times
RestroomsVault toilet (1)
AccessibilityAccessible restroom
Not Available Fish cleaning · Fishing pier · Pier
Scout's Notes
Ramp Quirks & Etiquette
No Ramp Here
This is a carry-down access only — no ramp, no trailer parking. You're bringing a canoe, kayak, or wading in. If you're trailering a boat, look elsewhere on the Little Manistee.
Tricky To Find
Signage is minimal and the turnoff doesn't exactly announce itself. Pull it up on GPS before you head out, because you can drive right past it without realizing. Once you find the spot, there's decent parking just around the corner from the access point.
Steps To The Water
There's a set of steps leading down to the river, which is great for keeping the bank from getting trashed but means you're hauling your gear down on foot. A two-person kayak carry is doable but not effortless.
Beautiful But Remote
Gorgeous stretch of water in both directions — classic Little Manistee scenery. No camping nearby though, so plan this as a day trip or pair it with a campsite further out. The solitude is a big part of the appeal here.
Sources: DNR GIS data, Google Reviews
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