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Boat Launch at Blacksmith Bayou; Big Manistee River Manistee River Access Sites
Tippy Dam to Mansitee Lake

The lower Big Manistee has numerous access sites from Tippy Dam to Manistee Lake. Ownership is a mix of USFS, DNR and the State of Michigan, make sure to check the Special Regs page for a full list of rules and regulations that apply to this stretch of river as well as the access sites.
Some of these provide amenities such as restroom facilities, campgrounds, boat launches, and paved roads/parking; others consist of nothing but a dirt road and small parking area. Please keep in mind that some are seasonal use only and are not maintained once winter weather sets in; at times, access can be marginal at best. During the summer months all of the sites can be driven into with the family sedan, although it may be a bit bumpy, especially following a good rain. After the first good series of snows a 4 wheel drive is recommended. Stop by one of the local tackle shops for current conditions.


Access Owned By Boat Launch Float Time Float Miles
Tippy Dam South Consumers Power No n/a n/a
Tippy Dam North DNR Yes 3hrs to High Bridge 8 miles
Suicide Bend DNR No
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Sawdust Hole USFS No
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-
Tunk Hole USFS No
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-
High Bridge USFS Yes 3 Hours to Bear Creek -
Blacksmith Bayou USFS Yes
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-
Udell Hills
(Pine Creek)
- No
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-
Bear Creek USFS Yes 2 Hours to Rainbow Bend -
Rainbow Bend USFS Yes 5 Hours to M-55 -
M-55 - Yes n/a n/a
Arthur Street
(Manistee Lake)
DNR Yes n/a n/a
Eastlake Village Park
(Manistee Lake)
DNR Yes n/a n/a


Manistee River
Tippy to the Lake


 

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