The fish jump, the loon sings, the deer stand so still. Spring beauties and tiger lilies speckle the forest floor and Michigan's oldest tulip poplar lies fallen in a blanket of moss. Explore the immense beauty of southwestern Michigan, where the lake drops shells along the shore, a rare cranberry bog lies quietly, where an English garden, a memorial garden and wetlands with majestic blue herons reflect a sense of peace, a sense of undisturbed country. From Eau Claire, take M-62 east 4.7 miles, then south 4.7 miles on Indian Lake Rd, bear right and follow Creek Rd to Arthur Dodd Memorial Park. 49103 One of the favorite fishing sites along the St. Joseph River.
Public access is available both above and below the dam.
St. Joseph River is well known for its steelhead, giant coho salmon, walleye, smallmouth bass, panfish and pike. Steelhead catches of 5-20 lbs. are not uncommon. Best fishing is between April and November. From old US-31 in downtown Berrien Springs, take Mechanic St to Fish Ladder. 49120 616.683.8653 or 616.695.6491 Fernwood is a non-profit botanical garden, nature center, and arts and crafts center located on 105 splendid acres.