Explore Newaygo Year Round-fall Salmon Run

September 09 2007, Newaygo Michigan- This sleepyA typical 8 hour float trip on the Muskegon River
rural, mostly farming community lies in Westernincludes the boat and guide, all rods and equipment
Michigan, just 30 minutes north of Grand Rapids.and a shore lunch for around $325.00 (prices vary)
Newaygo County has over 230 natural lakes and 350Partial trips are also available for around $200.00. A
miles of rivers and streams, 2 huge dams, Croton andState of Michigan fishing license and trout stamp (all
Hardy. Hardy Dam is the largest earthen dam east ofspecies) is required, but not included in any package.
the Mississippi River. The Muskegon River continuesYou can obtain a license from Parsley's Sport and Fly
to be the main attraction for summer cottageShop (231-652-6986) located on the banks of the
residents and fishermen, who find it nearly the bestMuskegon River in downtown Newaygo.
source for spring and winter steelhead and its fallWe now know a little bit about Newaygo County,
salmon run anywhere!the Muskegon River and its fall salmon run, how to
The fall salmon run on the Muskegon River andfish em or at least who to call to help you fish em,
nearby White River occurs every fall. This fall salmonbut you will also need a place to stay. Yea, you will
run usually runs from the middle of September to thebe tired after a day on the river battling 15-30 pound
end of October or later. Water temperaturesalmon.
determines run time and length.There was a reason behind this article, you see, I
You do not have to worry about missing the fallown and manage several waterfront cottages rentals
salmon run, because as the salmon run tails off, thein Newaygo, which caters to fishermen, hunters, ice
fall/winter steelhead enter the rivers from Octoberfishing, and snowmobiles and for family vacations.
to early spring, usually the end of May.We are open year round and our modern fishing
During the fall salmon run, most baits will work suchcabins/cottages are on Hess Lake, an all-sports lake,
as, Husky Jerks, Hot-n-Tots, Rattle Traps,and the Muskegon River.
Thundersticks, Lil Cleo to name a few. You shouldOn Hess Lake, you can enjoy 1 and 2 bedroom
also be prepared to fish with chunks of fresh roe orcottages that sleep up to 6 people each, with
spawn sacs tied with a 3 way swivel with a large splitmodern kitchens and appliances, all kitchen utensils,
shot about a foot below the swivel and a leader tiedlinens and bedding. All cottages also feature fire pits,
to the other eyelet about 18" behind this.private patios/ decks, gas grills, docks for your water
Not sure how to fish for these fall dandies? No needtoys, and one cottage even has a hot tub.
to fret here, Newaygo is home to more than aWe also have a fantastic Muskegon River front
dozen local river guides. Many of these guides havecottage on over 3 acres with 350 feet of water
been featured in nation fly fishing articles and asfrontage. Low cost cottages are our approach to
authors.staying open year round. You can rent these
I would recommend these five top notch guides asspacious cottages from just $75.00-150.00 per day or
your starting point.$300.00-$450 per week from September to the end
1. Riverside Outfitters LLC/ or call 231-834-9155of May.
2. Betts Guide Service/ or call 231-652-3189Now that you have all the information you need to
3. Feenstra Guide Service/ or call 231-652-3528plan your Muskegon River-Fall Salmon Run fishing trip
4. River's Bend Guide/ or call 231-250-9745to all seasons Newaygo Michigan, don't hesitate, and
5. River Rat Dog/ or call 517-651-2616make your reservation today.