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Gleasons Landing

Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates from May 3 through October 10. Reservations required Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

About

Gleasons Landing is a very popular campground on the banks of the Pere Marquette River, Michigan's first National Scenic River designated in 1978. The campground sits on a bluff overlooking the picturesque river and is surrounded by a mix of white pine and oak trees, offering shaded and secluded spots perfect for peaceful nature immersion. The campground is a major destination for anglers, as Gleason Landing marks the start of a fly fishing and catch-and-release only zone. The free-flowing river maintains large populations of resident brown trout, steelhead, and salmon. A boat ramp within the campground provides access for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. River permits are required for floating from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, and boat rentals are available in nearby Baldwin. Trails along the river provide shore access for anglers and scenic nature walks for hikers, while the North Country National Scenic Trail trailhead is a short drive away.

Directions

From Baldwin, take 7th Street west 5 blocks to Cherry Street, then south 1.5 blocks to 52nd Street (Carr Road), go west 2 miles to Jenks Road and turn left. Drive 0.4 miles and turn right on Shortcut Road and drive 0.7 miles. Turn right at T junction onto 60th Street and take the first left at S Brooks Road. Follow the road to the campground.

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