South Branch Pine River

Area Status: Open

This river is not navigable for canoeing or boating, however it is an excellent river for cold-water fishing.

At a Glance

Operational Hours:	Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless otherwise posted.
Fees:	Concessionaire Fee - Camping - Pine River Campground Day Use - Pine River Campground
Permit Info:	Special Use Permit - No special use permit is required for individuals or small groups (74 people or less). Permits are required for commercial, event or large groups (75 people or more). Visit the Passes and Permits section for more information on obtaining a special use permit.
Usage:	Light
Restrictions:	As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you on-line or at any office of the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forests. Applicable Orders - Motorized Vehicle Use of Roads, Trails and Off-road Areas; R904-14-02 Occupancy and Use - Developed Recreation Areas, Dispersed Areas, Being Publicly Nude, Marine Prohibitions, Parking and Sanitation; R904-14-03
Closest Towns:	Mikado, Oscoda
Operated By:	Huron Shores Ranger District - 5761 N. Skeel Rd., Oscoda, MI 48750
Information Center:	*Huron Shores Ranger Station* 989-739-0728 Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center 989-362-8961 Email sm.fs.hmnf@usda.gov

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

This popular campground is first come, first served, no reservation is needed.

Areas for Campground Camping at South Branch Pine River

Pine River Campground

RV Camping

This popular campground is first come, first served, there are no reservations needed.

Areas for RV Camping at South Branch Pine River

Pine River Campground

River and Stream Fishing

Fishing Mode	Shore, Wade
Fish Species	Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout
Fishing Platform	No
Cleaning Station	No
Water Temperature	Cold
Accessible Platform	No
Fishing Method	Fly, Pole

Day Hiking

This short, .2 mile long walk leads from the campground to the river. The path is located next to premier Kirtland warbler habitat.

Areas for Day Hiking at South Branch Pine River

Picnicking

Picnicking is a popular activity that is permitted anywhere on the National Forests. The sites listed below have picnic areas with tables or shelters that are available for visitors to use. Some sites have pedestal grills, beaches or other amenities.

Areas for Picnicking at South Branch Pine River