Fishing enthusiasts love Michigan because the entire state offers so many opportunities to cast. With the Great Lakes, a plethora of rivers and streams, and craters of glacial water, there is a massive range of fish just begging to be caught. Benton Harbor, MI has plenty of angling opportunities, so read on to learn more about our favorite fishing spots in the area.

Saint Joseph River

This large tributary is located right near Benton Harbor. Popular species that can be found are smallmouth bass, freshwater drum, and channel catfish. Near the Berrien Springs Dam, catfish weighing more than 30 pounds have been pulled out in previous fishing seasons. Angling enthusiasts love that the piers and docks are family-friendly and there’s always available parking. The Sixspan bridge has concrete ramps and a loading dock that is popular with local fishermen looking for walleye.

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There are tons of exciting outdoor activities around Benton Harbor, MI. Here you can fish and paddle on the Paw Paw and Galien Rivers and Lake Michigan and discover the beauty of the magnificent dunes in the Grand Mere State Park.

1. Hike, Run, and Snowshoe in Grand Mere State Park

Explore the park’s magnificent dunes, inland lakes, and half a mile shoreline on two scenic trails. The 0.70 mile Grand Mere Paved Trail starts at the parking lot and runs along the west side of the large dune through sassafras, ferns, and oaks down to the Lake Michigan shoreline.

The sandy 0.50 mile Grande Mere Dune Trail crosses over the north side of the large dune through an open dune area and winds down to the beach. The two inland lakes are behind the dunes in the untouched natural area of the park.

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Bigger is better; this is the philosophy that guided the redesign of the 2021 GMC Yukon. The roomy, three-row SUV is now six inches longer to provide more legroom and cargo space. Before you head to the local dealership, read on for a breakdown of this exciting SUV.

The 2021 Redesign

 The fifth-generation GMC Yukon receives a complete redesign to give it a more muscular look, more storage, and a comfier ride. A new compact independent rear allows for a lower floor, giving more room for third-row passengers while boosting comfort levels.

The addition of a torque-rich 3.0-liter turbo-diesel inline-six engine provides more configuration options for your SUV. All models also get a new 10-speed automatic transmission for a peppy ride. The new AT4 off-roading trim level suits drivers yearning for adventure with enhanced off-roading features and equipment.

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