Red Bridge River Access Site
usfs · MI
- dump station3.6 mi
- fuel station5.0 mi
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About
The name comes from an old wooden and steel bridge, painted red, that was located at the site. Now there is a modern cement structure. This site provides access to the Manistee River Trail. There is designated parking for vehicles with boat trailers at Red Bridge. There is also parking available at Upper River Road Trailhead for hikers.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 3.6 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 5.0 mi
fuel station
Marathon
- 9.5 mi
grocery
Larry's Grocery
- < 0.1 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 0.6 mi
trailhead
Upper River Road Nct Trailhead
- 0.5 mi
attraction
Viewpoint
- < 0.1 mi
recreation site
Boat launch
Forest road access near this stay: 7174 in Huron-Manistee National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.
Contact & access
- MI
- fs.usda.gov
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

