Winter Backpacking on the Manistee River - Jan. 2025

Mid-January 2025, I ventured to northern Michigan to meet up with some new friends and backpack in snowy and below freezing temperatures, following the Manistee River... I started at Seaton Creek Campground and hiked 4 miles where I met up with them and set up camp for the night. We enjoyed a toasty fire and lots of laughs! Day2 started in the mid-20s and we hiked just under 6 miles south on the trail. We set up camp and enjoyed beautiful views while processing firewood for a campfire that lasted through the evening. Once again, we enjoyed laughs and shared backpacking experiences from over the years. After a chilly, but cozy night, we hiked about 2.5 miles to Red Bridge River Access to complete the trip. This was an absolutely wonderful trip with some great guys and new found friends. Thanks for watching!
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