## Overview

Bowman Bridge Campground is perfect for true nature immersion. Campers come
here for easy access to the Pere Marquette National Scenic River and for the
delightful views of the great outdoors.

## Recreation

The top three activities for campers at Bowman Bridge are canoeing, fishing
and hiking. Anglers cast for brown trout, salmon, steelhead and rainbow trout.  
  
Watercraft rentals are available at two nearby liveries in Baldwin. A permit
is required to float the river from the Friday of Memorial Day weekend through
Monday of Labor Day weekend. Watercraft hours during the permit season are 9
a.m. to 6 p.m.  
  
Hikers can head up the campground's connector trail to the North Country
National Scenic Trail. This "north country" trail weaves through many scenic,
historic and cultural areas across seven states, measuring 4,600 miles end-to-
end.

## Facilities

The top three activities for campers at Bowman Bridge are canoeing, fishing
and hiking. Anglers cast for brown trout, salmon, steelhead and rainbow trout.  
  
Watercraft rentals are available at two nearby liveries in Baldwin. A permit
is required to float the river from the Friday of Memorial Day weekend through
Monday of Labor Day weekend. Watercraft hours during the permit season are 9
a.m. to 6 p.m.  
  
Hikers can head up the campground's connector trail to the North Country
National Scenic Trail. This "north country" trail weaves through many scenic,
historic and cultural areas across seven states, measuring 4,600 miles end-to-
end.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated along the Pere Marquette National Scenic River, a
66-mile stretch of clear, unspoiled waters within the Huron-Manistee National
Forests in Michigan. Large blocks of public land offering opportunities for
hiking, birdwatching, photography, and hunting can be found in the surrounding
area.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors enjoy exploring the extent of the Pere Marquette National Scenic
River. Other nearby attractions include the Bowman Lake Foot Travel Area and
the historic community of Idlewild.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Bowman Bridge Campground is perfect for true nature immersion. Campers come here for easy access to the Pere Marquette National Scenic River and for the delightful views of the great outdoors.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The top three activities for campers at Bowman Bridge are canoeing, fishing and hiking. Anglers cast for brown trout, salmon, steelhead and rainbow trout.
<br/><br/>
Watercraft rentals are available at two nearby liveries in Baldwin. A permit is required to float the river from the Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Monday of Labor Day weekend. Watercraft hours during the permit season are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
<br/><br/>
Hikers can head up the campground's connector trail to the North Country National Scenic Trail. This "north country" trail weaves through many scenic, historic and cultural areas across seven states, measuring 4,600 miles end-to-end.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The top three activities for campers at Bowman Bridge are canoeing, fishing and hiking. Anglers cast for brown trout, salmon, steelhead and rainbow trout.
<br/><br/>
Watercraft rentals are available at two nearby liveries in Baldwin. A permit is required to float the river from the Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Monday of Labor Day weekend. Watercraft hours during the permit season are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
<br/><br/>
Hikers can head up the campground's connector trail to the North Country National Scenic Trail. This "north country" trail weaves through many scenic, historic and cultural areas across seven states, measuring 4,600 miles end-to-end.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated along the Pere Marquette National Scenic River, a 66-mile stretch of clear, unspoiled waters within the Huron-Manistee National Forests in Michigan. Large blocks of public land offering opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, photography, and hunting can be found in the surrounding area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visitors enjoy exploring the extent of the Pere Marquette National Scenic River. Other nearby attractions include the Bowman Lake Foot Travel Area and the historic community of Idlewild.

BOWMAN BRIDGE

Bowman Bridge

## Overview

Gleasons Landing is a very popular campground on the banks of the Pere
Marquette River. With a selection of shaded and secluded spots, the campground
is perfect for peaceful nature immersion.  
  
The Pere Marquette River was designated a National Scenic River in 1978, the
first in Michigan, and it regularly attracts many canoeing, kayaking and
fishing enthusiasts. The 66-mile stretch of river begins east of Baldwin and
empties into Lake Michigan at Ludington.

## Recreation

A major draw to the campground is world-class fishing. The free flowing river
maintains large populations of resident brown trout, steelhead and salmon.
Gleason Landing marks the start of a zone for fly fishing and catch and
release only. Reel fishing is available upstream. A boat ramp is located
within the campground.  
  
Canoeing and kayaking is very popular on the river, and boat rentals are
available in Baldwin. A permit is required to float the river from Memorial
Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.  
  
Trails along the river provide shore access for anglers and short, scenic
nature walks for hikers.

## Facilities

A major draw to the campground is world-class fishing. The free flowing river
maintains large populations of resident brown trout, steelhead and salmon.
Gleason Landing marks the start of a zone for fly fishing and catch and
release only. Reel fishing is available upstream. A boat ramp is located
within the campground.  
  
Canoeing and kayaking is very popular on the river, and boat rentals are
available in Baldwin. A permit is required to float the river from Memorial
Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.  
  
Trails along the river provide shore access for anglers and short, scenic
nature walks for hikers.

## Natural Features

The campground sits on a bluff overlooking the picturesque Pere Marquette
River. It is surrounded by a mix of white pine and oak trees.  
  
The Huron-Manistee National Forests encompass a million acres throughout the
northern portion of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. The forests provide recreation
opportunities for visitors, habitat for fish and wildlife and resources for
local industry.

## Nearby Attractions

A trailhead for the North Country National Scenic Trail is a short drive away.
The trail extends from New York to North Dakota, spanning 4,600 miles.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Gleasons Landing is a very popular campground on the banks of the Pere Marquette River. With a selection of shaded and secluded spots, the campground is perfect for peaceful nature immersion.
<br/><br/>
The Pere Marquette River was designated a National Scenic River in 1978, the first in Michigan, and it regularly attracts many canoeing, kayaking and fishing enthusiasts. The 66-mile stretch of river begins east of Baldwin and empties into Lake Michigan at Ludington.<h2>Recreation</h2>
A major draw to the campground is world-class fishing. The free flowing river maintains large populations of resident brown trout, steelhead and salmon. Gleason Landing marks the start of a zone for fly fishing and catch and release only. Reel fishing is available upstream. A boat ramp is located within the campground.
<br/><br/>
Canoeing and kayaking is very popular on the river, and boat rentals are available in Baldwin. A permit is required to float the river from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
<br/><br/>
Trails along the river provide shore access for anglers and short, scenic nature walks for hikers.<h2>Facilities</h2>
A major draw to the campground is world-class fishing. The free flowing river maintains large populations of resident brown trout, steelhead and salmon. Gleason Landing marks the start of a zone for fly fishing and catch and release only. Reel fishing is available upstream. A boat ramp is located within the campground.
<br/><br/>
Canoeing and kayaking is very popular on the river, and boat rentals are available in Baldwin. A permit is required to float the river from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
<br/><br/>
Trails along the river provide shore access for anglers and short, scenic nature walks for hikers.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits on a bluff overlooking the picturesque Pere Marquette River. It is surrounded by a mix of white pine and oak trees.
<br/><br/>
The Huron-Manistee National Forests encompass a million acres throughout the northern portion of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. The forests provide recreation opportunities for visitors, habitat for fish and wildlife and resources for local industry.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
A trailhead for the North Country National Scenic Trail is a short drive away. The trail extends from New York to North Dakota, spanning 4,600 miles.

GLEASONS LANDING

Gleasons Landing

## Overview

Located on the south side of Nichols Lake, the campground and surrounding area
offer excellent opportunities for fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking,
camping, or just relaxing.

## Recreation

Fishing and boating are popular activities at Nichols Lake. There is a paved
boat launch at the campground. This site is one of the locations on the
National Forest's for Kids Fishing Day Events for Michigan's Free Fishing Day
in early June. Ice fishing is also popular in the winter. Swimming areas are
marked with buoys, but there are no lifeguards. The North Country National
Scenic Trail goes through the site near the boat ramp, providing good hiking
opportunities.

## Facilities

Fishing and boating are popular activities at Nichols Lake. There is a paved
boat launch at the campground. This site is one of the locations on the
National Forest's for Kids Fishing Day Events for Michigan's Free Fishing Day
in early June. Ice fishing is also popular in the winter. Swimming areas are
marked with buoys, but there are no lifeguards. The North Country National
Scenic Trail goes through the site near the boat ramp, providing good hiking
opportunities.

## Natural Features

At 160 acres, Nichols Lake offers shore, pier, and boat fishing. Typical fish
species available include bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, black crappie, and
northern pike. There is a swimming beach and accessible fishing pier
available.  
  
Those wishing to enjoy the day at Nichols Lake will find a day use area
located on the north side of the lake.

## Nearby Attractions

The North Country Trail covers 4,600 miles from Crown Point, NY, to Lake
Sakakawea State Park, ND. The segment that includes Nichols Lake has beautiful
sections for both the advanced and weekend hikers. The nearest towns are
Woodland, Bitely, and Brohman, about two miles to the south.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Located on the south side of Nichols Lake, the campground and surrounding area offer excellent opportunities for fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking, camping, or just relaxing.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Fishing and boating are popular activities at Nichols Lake.  There is a paved boat launch at the campground.  This site is one of the locations on the National Forest's for Kids Fishing Day Events for Michigan's Free Fishing Day in early June.  Ice fishing is also popular in the winter.  Swimming areas are marked with buoys, but there are no lifeguards.  The North Country National Scenic Trail goes through the site near the boat ramp, providing good hiking opportunities.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Fishing and boating are popular activities at Nichols Lake.  There is a paved boat launch at the campground.  This site is one of the locations on the National Forest's for Kids Fishing Day Events for Michigan's Free Fishing Day in early June.  Ice fishing is also popular in the winter.  Swimming areas are marked with buoys, but there are no lifeguards.  The North Country National Scenic Trail goes through the site near the boat ramp, providing good hiking opportunities.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
At 160 acres, Nichols Lake offers shore, pier, and boat fishing. Typical fish species available include bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, black crappie, and northern pike.  There is a swimming beach and accessible fishing pier available.
<br/><br/>
Those wishing to enjoy the day at Nichols Lake will find a day use area located on the north side of the lake.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The North Country Trail covers 4,600 miles from Crown Point, NY, to Lake Sakakawea State Park, ND.  The segment that includes Nichols Lake has beautiful sections for both the advanced and weekend hikers.   The nearest towns are Woodland, Bitely, and Brohman, about two miles to the south.

NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND

Nichols Lake South Campground

Lying between the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron in the northern half
of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan, is the nearly one-million-acre Huron-
Manistee National Forests.

Lying between the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron in the northern half of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan, is the nearly one-million-acre Huron-Manistee National Forests.

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