Metro Beach

Metro Beach in Harrison Township, Michigan offers convenient boating and paddling access to Black Creek and the larger St. Johns River. The single boat ramp provides easy launch access, with paved and overflow gravel parking available nearby. Anglers can take advantage of the two fishing piers, and the surrounding park amenities include a pavilion, picnic area, playground, and boardwalks through the wetlands.

Black Creek is a large river system, with a total length of over 760 miles and a substantial drainage area of nearly 15,500 square miles. The river has an average flow of around 2,800 cubic feet per second and an average gradient of 15.5 feet per mile, characteristics that paddlers and boaters should take into consideration. As this access site is located near the river's headwaters, the water conditions may be quite different compared to downstream sections.

Visitors will need to obtain a daily or annual park pass before entering the Metro Beach facility. Additional details, such as operating hours or launch fees, are not provided on the official recreation.gov listing, so it's recommended to check with the park directly for the most up-to-date information.