DROP A LINE IN MANISTEE COUNTY

GET YOUR FISH ON IN MANISTEE COUNTY!

Cast away your troubles and go fishing in a world-class destination right here in northwest Michigan. Check out the variety of fishing opportunities from our inland lakes to our scenic rivers. Manistee County has a variety of affordable lodging options and we’re a 4 season fishing community.

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Manistee River RV Resort

Social: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063809132461

Address:

20 Park Ave, Manistee, MI 49660, USA

Phone: (231) 723 - 3901

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Gouker Fly Fishing

Social: https://www.instagram.com/john_gouker/

Address:

Irons, MI, USA, Michigan, USA 49644

Categories: Charters Fishing & Hunting

Phone: 231-510-5859

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Dublin General Store

Categories: Boutique-US31 Fishing & Hunting Market & Grocery Shopping & Services

Phone: 231 859 4121

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Seng’s Marina

Address:

47 Lake Street, Manistee, MI, United States

Categories: Marinas

Phone: 231-723-9444

Website: Website

Douglas Park

Address:

Douglas Park., Manistee, MI, United States

Categories: Boat Launches ETS Sites Parks Waterfront

Tournament Trail

Address:

Manistee, MI, United States

Categories: Fishing & Hunting Tournaments

Phone: 231-690-1102

Website: Visit Tournament Trail

Tilmann Outfitters & Lodge

Social: Facebook

Address:

2626 Bialik Road, Manistee, MI, United States

Categories: Cabins & Cottages Charters Fishing & Hunting Outfitters River Country Waterfront Lodging Where to Stay

Phone: 231-510-9345

Website: Visit Tilmann Outfitters

Manistee Municipal Marina

Social: Facebook

Address:

480 River Street, Manistee, MI, United States

Categories: Boat Launches Boating & Marinas Marinas Dog Park

Website: Visit the Manistee Municipal Marina

Hopkins Park

Address:

7727 Hopkins Drive, Bear Lake, MI, United States

Categories: Boat Launches Campgrounds Parks Waterfront Where to Stay

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Follow the travelers that love Manistee County, enjoy these stories about our incredible outdoor recreation, things-to-do, dining, shopping and unique experiences you will ONLY find here.

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3 Harbors of Manistee County

by Maralee Cook | January 27, 2016 | Fishing & Hunting, Summer | 4 Comments

In fair weather in spring, summer and fall, water lovers on kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and PWCs share the Lake Michigan shoreline, harbors and rivers with power boats and sailboats. When the weather gets rough, surfers and kiteboarders navigate swirling...

Hiking the Loop: Manistee River Trail & North Country Trail Loop

by Brandon Jensen | February 18, 2016 | Fall, Outdoors, Spring, Summer, Trails, Winter, Winter Trails & Slopes | 66 Comments

Nestled in the Manistee National Forest you will find hundreds of miles of marked trails for those who love to hike, bike, or in the winter, cross country ski and snowshoe. Which trail should you choose for your weekend adventure? We suggest the North Country Trail...

Immerse Yourself in the History of Manistee

by Manistee VB | April 4, 2022 | Bed & Breakfasts, Historic Tours, Hotels, Local History, Must See Manistee, Self Guided Tours, Spring, Tours | 0 Comments

In 2018, in collaboration with the Manistee County Historical Museum and with funding through the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development, the Manistee County Visitor’s Bureau introduced a comprehensive tour of the historic sites spanning the...

XC Skiing Adventure on the Big M

by Manistee VB | November 22, 2022 | Outdoors, Seasons, Winter, Winter Alt Campaign, Winter Trails & Slopes | 0 Comments

Bike. Ski. Trek. With a rich history dating back to the 1950s, the Big M Recreation Area offers almost 40 miles of trails winding through the Manistee National Forest featuring terrain carved through the hardwoods to challenge all skill levels. This popular groomed...

Hooked on Salmon

by Manistee VB | January 14, 2016 | Fall, Fishing & Hunting, Outdoors | 0 Comments

Salmon fever erupted in Lake Michigan in the late 1960’s. Actually, erupted is an understatement: How about EXPLODED! For many years prior, Lake Michigan fishing was mostly fishing… not so much catching. The lamprey had devastated the lake trout. There...

Northern Natural Cider House & Winery

by Maralee Cook | August 10, 2016 | Beer, Wine & Sprits, Fall, Seasons | 1 Comment

As is true of so many businesses in Manistee County, the Northern Natural Cider House and Winery in Kaleva is a family operation. When I visited, the Dad, Dennis Mackey, is still living in his great grandfather’s home built in 1905, with wife Diane, and...

Ski Nearby Manistee

by Manistee VB | November 22, 2022 | Adventure Sports, Outdoors, Seasons, Winter, Winter Alt Campaign, Winter Trails & Slopes | 0 Comments

Looking to spend some time on the slopes? Just a 30-minute drive from most locations in Manistee County, you can enjoy a day of downhill skiing or snowboarding at two popular Northern Michigan destinations offering nearly 100 ski runs. Need to gear up? Both regional...

Big Manistee Winter Paddling

by Manistee VB | November 22, 2022 | Outdoors, Rivers & Paddling, Seasons, Winter, Winter 24-25 blog, Winter Alt Campaign | 1 Comment

With open water year-round on the 4 rivers of Manistee County, winter paddling adventure abounds from the same access points paddlers enjoy in the summer months. Don’t let colder temperatures keep you away from paddling when the snow flies. You will find the scenic...

Time to Try Something New

by Manistee VB | November 22, 2022 | First Time Visitors, Outdoors, Seasons, Winter, Winter Alt Campaign | 1 Comment

Encumbered by responsibilities, we yearn to get away from it all. We find ourselves seeking the peaceful refuge of the wide-open spaces of the great outdoors. Winter is no exception. Good News! We have just the solution for your winter blues or cabin fever! This year...

Three Rivers

by Maralee Cook | May 30, 2016 | Adventure Sports, Conversations, Rivers & Paddling, Summer | 3 Comments

Is it the opportunity to catch 'the big one', or the wild beauty of the area that keeps anglers returning to Manistee County's rivers to fish? According to a few of the county’s river fishing guides, it turns out to be a combination of the two. Blessed...

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