Highway 37 Bridge

The Highway 37 Bridge access site on the Pere Marquette River in Baldwin, Michigan provides a convenient put-in point for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized boats. Located just west of the Bowman Bridge Campground, this paved boat ramp offers easy access to the nationally renowned Pere Marquette River.

The Pere Marquette is a free-flowing river system in Michigan's Lower Peninsula, known for its excellent trout fishing and scenic natural beauty. While permits are required for certain sections of the river, the stretch from the M-37 Bridge to Indian Bridge (about 14 river miles) is open to the public. Paddlers can expect a leisurely current and the opportunity to spot wildlife like bald eagles, otters, and a variety of waterfowl.

Nearby amenities include the Bowman Bridge Campground, which offers reservable campsites and canoe/kayak rentals. Additional access points and public lands can be found along the length of the Pere Marquette, making it a popular destination for day-trips and multi-day river adventures.

Overview
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...

Overview
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.

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.
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.

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