The Pine River

Designated a National Wild and Scenic River and a Blue Ribbon Trout Stream, The Pine River in Cadillac is a popular destination for both adventurous paddlers and seasoned fishermen. Deep river channels, high exposed sand banks, diverse wildlife and vegetation contribute to the overall scenic feel of the river.

Located in the southwest corner of Wexford County, the Pine River is one of Michigan’s top recreational rivers. While the current varies on different stretches, the awe-inspiring beauty is a constant. Meandering through miles of National and State Forest, you can experience the undeveloped riverscape and deep river valley on a stretch of lower-gradient, mild current, or opt to go for the gusto on a more spirited stretch of river enjoying the Class I rapids for which the Pine is famous.

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Norman Dixon is a township park area with direct access to the upper backwaters of the Tippy Dam Pond. The area offers a lot [...]
Low Bridge is a US Forest Service access area.  This area provides easy, direct access to one of the lowest locations on the pine [...]
Peterson is a US Forest Service area with access to the Pine River.  The launch area is on the north side of the river, [...]
Dobson Bridge is a US Forest Service area with access to the Pine River.  Dobson has two varied parking areas, one for loading/unloading and [...]
Elm Flats is a US Forest Service area with access to the Pine River.  Elm Flats is equipped with plenty of parking, dedicated launching [...]
Lincoln offers a relatively easy drop in with a wide open grassy area leading down from a dirt parking loop.  
Walker Bridge offers a drop-off/pick-up location only with a steep embankment and a primitive trail on the east side of the bridge.  This location [...]
Skookum offers a primitive parking area with small information board and single vault toilet.  The launch is fairly wide open, with stairs to the [...]
Meadow Brook Bridge offers convenient access off 6 Mile Road.  The launch is near the dirt parking area on the east side of the [...]
The highest point on the river with access, however, a 1/8 mile trek with your watercraft down a difficult embankment and trail is required [...]

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Chippewa Landing’s friendly service, natural setting, and top quality equipment will always assure a great paddlesport experience. The first and friendliest name in camping, [...]
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(231) 313-0832
10420 Chippewa Landing Trail, Manton, Michigan 49663
Located in the heart of Michigan’s Huron-Manistee National Forest, Pine River Paddlesports Center is where family fun begins. We’re up North but close by.
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(231) 862-3471
9590 S. M-37, Wellston, Michigan 49689

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