Bowman Bridge
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Bowman Bridge Campground is perfect for true nature immersion. Campers come here for easy access to the Pere Marquette National Scenic River and for the delightful views of the great outdoors. Recreation The top three activities for campers at Bowman Bridge are canoeing, fishing and hiking. Anglers cast for brown trout, salmon, steelhead and rainbow trout. Watercraft rentals are available at two nearby liveries in Baldwin. A permit is required to float the river from the Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Monday of Labor Day weekend. Watercraft hours during the permit season are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Keep reading
Hikers can head up the campground's connector trail to the North Country National Scenic Trail. This "north country" trail weaves through many scenic, historic and cultural areas across seven states, measuring 4,600 miles end-to-end. Facilities Campsites are in a wooded setting, but due to a tornado that passed through in 2005, tall trees and shade are less dense than in neighboring campgrounds. The campground has a single loop 16 paved family campsites. There are also 4 walk-in family campsites and 4 tent-only group sites that can accommodate up to 20 people each. Natural Features The campground is situated along the Pere Marquette National Scenic River, a 66-mile stretch of clear, unspoiled waters within the Huron-Manistee National Forests in Michigan. Large blocks of public land offering opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, photography, and hunting can be found in the surrounding area. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564. Nearby Attractions Visitors enjoy exploring the extent of the Pere Marquette National Scenic River. Other nearby attractions include the Bowman Lake Foot Travel Area and the historic community of Idlewild.
The sites · 17
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 001 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 002 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 003 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 004 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 005 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 006 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 007 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 012 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 013 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 014 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 016 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 08/09 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 10/11 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | GS1 | group tent only area nonelectric | — | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | GS2 | group tent only area nonelectric | — | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | GS3 | group tent only area nonelectric | — | — | |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | GS4 | group tent only area nonelectric | — | — |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
Book on recreation.govWho runs it
Operated by American Land & Leisure, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.
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This campground sits in MI-02. This member’s public-lands record →