Open May 1 through October 31
High-Use Seasonal Period: May 15 through September 15

Sites: 6 Full / 154 Water and Electric (24-hr. availability)
Maximum Electrical: 50 amps
Maximum RV Length: 40 ft.

Directions:
Take I-75 to exit 195. Go east to red flashing light and turn left on Melita Road. Go straight, through the stop sign, approximately 3 miles. The resort is on the left after the bridge.

Canoe trips are the calling cards of Rifle River Resort. Located in the Saginaw lowlands of eastern Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, this summertime resort is more than just a country retreat. The character of the river combines with the nature and wildlife of the area to produce an unbeatable location for a great getaway.

In a part of the state known for its river-riding opportunities, the resort overlooks the Rifle River and affords excellent opportunities for canoeing, fishing, and other activities. On-site equipment rental, up-river transportation, and an easy-access boat dock appeal to everyone in the family.

Nearby Au Sable State Forest provides ample opportunities to expand explorations of the lands and waterways of the area. In addition to boating, swimming, and fishing, it provides excellent hiking trails. Nature lovers will also want to explore the Chippewa Nature Center, which is less than an hour to the southwest, near Midland, Michigan. This 1,000-acre preservation of woodlands, rivers, and wetlands is
integrated with hiking trails and an arboretum, as well as a hands-on museum and historical 19th century structures (including a restored farm). Because Midland was the home of Herbert H. Dow, founder of Dow Chemical Co, a visit to Midland is not complete without a tour of the Dow Gardens, and the Herbert H. Dow Historical Museum, illustrating the life, ingenuity, contributions, and heritage of this pioneer of chemistry. The Alden B. Dow Home and Studio in Midland is also worth a visit, evidencing a style that was strongly influenced by the work of Frank Lloyd Wright.

On the way back to Rifle River Resort, a drive up Highway 13 will take you though Pinconning, the cheese capital of Michigan. The road traverses agricultural and dairy farms and provides insight into the diversity of this area. Despite the variety of things to do and see here, the resort itself is the primary lure. Like a trip down a friendly river, it beckons campers to come, enjoy, and relax.