AuSable River Mouth

Boat launch, Fishing & Park; Greenways Birding Trail

Great for fishing, for different types of fish. Go on Lake Huron in a boat, jet ski, and a little picnic area. Has been there since 1905. Great place to get away.

Access Type: Via Paved Road

Launch Type: Paved Boat Launching Ramp

Beach Type: Concrete

Beach Approach: Moderate Banks

Launch Hazards: Commercial/Recreational Boat Traffic

There is a fee charged for the boat launch.

Facilities/Services: Restrooms, Handicapped Accessible Restrooms, Waste Receptacles, Water Faucet/Drinking Fountain

Notes: The Facility is located in the Community of Oscoda. Heavy boat traffic during Salmon season can make launching Kayaks difficult; the site allows for paddling up the AuSable River or out onto Lake Huron. There is a charge to launch and park at the facility

Birding Site: U.S. 23, DNR launch site. A day permit or the Recreational Passport is required. Waterfowl (su, f, w)

Key for best birding season- y (year round) s (spring) su (summer) f (fall) w (winter)

Source: Peggy Ridgway, AuSable Valley Audubon Society

Things to Do: Birding, Boating, Kayaking, Fishing

Open: Fall, Spring, Summer; Restrooms Available

GPS: 44.4064, -83.32251