Manistee River Lodge

01/21/2026

Snow totals for Wellston.

01/21/2026

We have rooms available! Time to drive North!

01/06/2026

Coming up this weekend.

12/30/2025

New Trail Report! -

Current Baldwin Michigan Area snowmobile trail conditions with printable trail maps, photos, stories and tips.

12/30/2025

12/18/2025

Packing up orders today! 📦

Shipping tomorrow perfect timing for last minute gifts, fresh gear, or topping off the fly box.

Warmer temps are here and next week looks prime. Give us a call and let’s get you on the water!

12/17/2025

Cozy Cabins Right off the Manistee River!

Our cabins are clean, warm, and ready for you after a long day adventuring in Northern Michigan.

Located in Wellston, MI, we’re just 5 minutes from the Big Manistee River. On-site, you’ll find our fly shop and a roster of experienced fishing guides ready to show you why we love calling this place home.

Beyond the excellent fishing, the area is packed with recreation. We’re right off the Michigan ORV trails and on county roads that are plowed (Not to Pavement) making it easy for ORVs and snowmobiles to hop straight off the trails and into a cozy, warm cabin. We also have plenty of room for big trailers.

Have questions about booking, lodging, fishing, or the area?
📞 Give us a call: 231-745-8844

12/15/2025

🔥 HEATERS are on the floor! 🔥

Fresh WestSide pack just landed from — loaded with proven hitters for Michigan Steelhead.

Swing by and check out the flies and our full lineup of Spey gear:
RIO • Scientific Anglers • Sage • Thomas & Thomas • Redington

The shop is stocked with all your winter gear and fly-tying materials, and we’ve got a big warm-up coming this week 👀
Perfect time to get on the water and take advantage of some eager fish!

📞 Call us for questions, lodging, guiding, or online orders:
231-745-8844

12/11/2025

❄️ Still Snowing in the Northwoods! ❄️
We’re getting a short break in the flakes for a day or two, but temps are holding in the mid-20s all week… and a big warm-up is coming after the weekend! Perfect time to get out and chase some shiny winter fish! 🎣✨

We’re sitting on about 20” of snow in Baldwin and 16” here at the lodge in Wellston. Trails are packing in nicely with the cold nights — a little icy in spots, but the groomers are out and keeping things dialed. ❄️🚴‍♂️🛷

🏡 Stay Through Sunday Special!
Book 3 nights (Sunday–Thursday) and get 1 night FREE!

Have questions or want to snag your dates?
📞 231-745-8844

12/05/2025

❄️ Winter Adventure Starts at Our Doorstep! ❄️

We’re perfectly located right by cross-country ski trails, snowmobile trails, and just minutes from Crystal Mountain & Caberfae Peaks for skiing and snowboarding! With tons of fresh snow and groomed trails, conditions are PRIME right now.

✅ River launches are being plowed and maintained
✅ Lodging available all season
✅ Fly shop stocked for winter fishing & outdoor fun
✅Guides ready to take you on an adventure

Whether you’re riding, skiing, fishing, or just soaking up the winter vibes — come stay with us and make a weekend of it!

12/03/2025

🎿 $10 OFF Caberfae Day Passes! 🎿
Just minutes from our lodge!

✔️ Redeem any day, any time
✔️ Stop into our Fly & Tackle Shop to grab a FREE coupon
✔️ Lodging guests receive ONE $10 OFF coupon per guest, per day

Ski, stay, and save this winter in Northern Michigan! ❄️

12/02/2025

It’s cold, it’s snowing, and we’re out getting active! ❄️

Trails are being groomed for sleds, ski resorts are opening their runs, and the steelhead are still hitting the net!

We’ve got openings for lodging and guided trips all winter long—come explore our Northern Michigan winter wonderland. ❄️⛷️
Looks like we’re in for more snow than recent years, and we’re located close to the trailheads and ski mountains.

Our shop is fully stocked with everything you need for fishing and the outdoors.
Call in an order or stop by!

📞 231-745-8844