Picnicking

4001 Bridge Canoe Landing is the last take-out along the nationally designated scenic portion of the Au Sable River. As you come around the bend just south of the Gabions you will pass under Federal…

The Au Sable National Scenic River, is a 23-mile portion of the Au Sable River that stretches from Mio to Alcona Pond. President Ronald Reagan signed the law establishing the segment of river as a…

From Mio Pond to Lake Huron, the Au Sable is primarily managed by the HMNF.  The river is managed in two sections, one from Mio Pond to Alcona Dam Pond, the second from Alcona Dam to Lake Huron.Au…

This section provides motorboat opportunities with a lake fishing atmosphere. Its flow of water still serves as an important link in the production of the state's electrical power supply.Flickr Photo…

This observation area is located in Alcona County, 100 feet above the beautiful Au Sable National Scenic River. After traversing down a short, level, gravel path, visitors will enjoy a view of the…

Located just off of Bamfield Road, visitors turn into the site and drive back to the parking area and picnic tables. From the observation deck, visitors are treated to one of the most popular, and…

This site is located where Big Bear Creek and the Manistee River join. The site was formerly called "White Fence" for a white fence that used to be there. In September of 2009, a 41.7 lb. brown trout…

A small quiet campground with few amenities. This site is primarily used by river paddlers. Three campsites.Flickr Photo Album

 Benton Lake is a 33-acre lake completely surrounded by National Forest land. The North Country National Scenic Trail is located off Pierce Drive, about 2 miles east of the campground entrance road.…

One of many bayous along the lower portion of the river, Blacksmith is an oxbow lake left from an old river channel. The river channel moves during geologic time, creating new meanders in the…