Croton · MI · United States
The Cabin at the River
The Cabin at the River offers a self-guided fly-fishing experience on the Muskegon River tailwater in Michigan. Target steelhead, salmon, brown, and rainbow trout from October through May.
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The Cabin at the River offers a self-guided...
The Cabin at the River occupies 20 wooded acres on the Muskegon River, a western-scale tailwater praised for its gravel-bottomed pools and consistent wading opportunities. The single cabin sleeps six and includes a full kitchen, washer/dryer, riverside patio with grill, and direct river access ideal for independent anglers. Peak fishing runs October through May, when steelhead and Chinook salmon dominate; late spring through summer shift focus to active brown and rainbow trout populations bolstered by 2019 restocking. This is a self-guided operation—no guides or boats provided—suited to anglers comfortable exploring the water independently or with their own group. The property also offers hiking and biking trails, including rare Michigan Prairie habitat, and sits 45 minutes from Lake Michigan beaches, local dining, and Grand Rapids' breweries and arts scene.
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Croton · MI · United StatesLocation
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The Cabin at the River
Croton, MI, United States
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Target species and seasons
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King SalmonAvailable
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The Muskegon River offers a dynamic fishing experience throughout the year, centered on its renowned tailwater fishery. From October through May, the river comes alive with prolific runs of steelhead, providing anglers with a sustained opportunity to target these powerful anadromous fish. As the weather warms into spring and summer, the focus shifts to the resident brown and rainbow trout populations, which become increasingly active. The river's character as a western-scale tailwater, with its varied depths and gravel bottoms, makes it suitable for both wading and boating anglers year-round, ensuring consistent opportunities for fly fishers.
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FreshwaterAvailable
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