Little Muskegon River

The Little Muskegon River is well-known for its canoeing and fishing. Small-mouth bass, walleye and perch are just some of the plentiful fish found in the river. Canoeing is another popular pastime enjoyed by river users. A float down the Little Muskegon offers excellent opportunities for viewing wildlife. The river corridor is frequented by deer and a wide variety of songbirds. Mixed oak, pine and aspen provide a restful view along the area surrounding the Little Muskegon River.

LOCATION

The headwaters of the Little Muskegon River are in Mecosta County, Michigan. From this point, the river begins it's southwest flow to its junction with Croton Pon the the Muskegon River.

ACCESS

Reynolds Township: Take Jefferson Road exit off US-131, then travel east about 1 mile to 190th Street. Turn south on 19th Street and go 3 miles to North County Line Road, then west 1/2 mile to Henkel, and then south on Henkel approximately 3/4 miles to Cutler. Turn west on Cutler and go 3/4 mile to the intersection, then north 3 miles to the access road on the left through the pine plantation.

FACILITIES AVAILABLE

Parking area and numbered camping sites.

SEASON

The managed season is from May 1 to October 1.

FEES

There are no fees or permits required for the use of the Little Muskegon River area.

CONSIDERATIONS

Please canoe between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. so anglers and other users have a chance to enjoy the river.
There are about 26 canoeable miles of river.
To help keep the river clean, carry all loose articles in a container, tied into your watercraft. Please pack out what you pack in.
Camping is allowed along the river corridor only at designated sites.
Launch watercraft only at access sites.