I got an up close look at the 2022 salmon run Saturday morning with my maiden float down the Betsie River. The truck/kayak drop is ideal for floating the river as there is a bike path that goes along the river for a good portion. Load the bicycle on top of the kayak in the back of the truck, drop the kayak at the access site roughly two miles upstream, drive back towards the destination, drop the truck, pedal back to the kayak and get on your way (not as complicated as it sounds).
The river itself was not too crazy with only a few tight areas to maneuver around down trees. You do have to do a very low limbo under the final bridge into Betsie Bay/Lake so higher boats are going to be banging their heads if they aren't paying attention.
As far as a salmon report, I saw/heard a handful flopping around over the 2+ hour float. Fishermen were out and about with their waders; most reporting some production but nothing too wild. Pictured is an eagle sighting as there were actually two watching over me most of the float.
As far as salmon to eat, bogue.
Trail Head
