Manistee River POV: Bikepacking With My Paddleboard

A beautiful day trip biking upstream through wooded trails and dirt roads before packing everything down onto my paddle board for a beautiful trip back down the Manistee. Highlights (Red Bridge to Hodenpyl and back): 1) The bike ride is so fun and beautiful (no cars, lots of hills and twists and turns, beautiful old trees, birds and butterflies, and some great views along the way! 2) The river itself is so clean and fresh and has a great flow. It is great for paddling, swimming, and enjoying the best stretch the Manistee has to offer. 3) Sometimes I do this stretch in a day and sometimes I take three! It’s such a versatile section of the river that invites you to take your time and slow down when needed. Gear List: Paddle North Portager Sea Line 10L Dry Pack NRS Vapor PFD Voile Straps