Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area, Wildlife management area in Lake Township, Michigan, US
The Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area encompasses 1,830 acres of restored marsh and wetlands divided into north and south sections.
The construction of Reedsburg Dam in 1940 established this protected area, creating a 540-acre reservoir known as Dead Stream Flooding.
The site features a marsh observation deck built in 1998, offering visitors opportunities to view 165 different bird species throughout the seasons.
Visitors can access the management area through U.S. Route 127 exits 194 and 201, with parking available near the observation platforms.
The area maintains distinct water levels through controlled flooding, supporting populations of northern pike, bluegill, and largemouth bass in its waters.
GPS coordinates: 44.37167,-84.80806
Latest update: March 17, 2025 07:05
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