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Rainbow Bend State Forest Access

Rainbow Bend State Forest Fishing Access Site offers direct access to the Au Sable River with 7 rustic tent and small trailer campsites available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The site features vault toilets, hand-pump well water, and a group canoe camp area, making it ideal for both anglers and paddlers looking to access the river.

Located 15 miles east of Grayling via M-72, it's a primitive facility with no hookups or reservations, limited to 15-day maximum stays.


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