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Jordan River Nature Preserve Access

This Little Traverse Conservancy access point provides public access to the Jordan River, featuring a parking area and easy 1½ mile trail system along an old railroad bed that connects to a public canoe launch upstream in East Jordan.

The location is ideal for paddlers looking to explore the Jordan River and its connection to Lake Charlevoix, with convenient access to Sportsman's Park nearby for additional amenities.


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