Middle Branch River

Enjoy peaceful riverfront living on the Blue Ribbon stretch of the Middle Branch River, known for exceptional trout fishing. This beautifully remodeled 2 bed, 2 bath home offers a rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready property in a beautiful natural setting. The home features an open and inviting layout with plenty of natural light to enjoy the beautiful river views. Land The property features 164 +/- feet of river frontage with large yard areas to enjoy. The Middle Branch River is a 35 mile-long designated trout stream that is a primary tributary of the Muskegon River. This property is located on the 7.3-mile section near Marion that is recognized as a Blue Ribbon Trout Stream, offering excellent brown and brook trout fishing. Improvements The 1400 sq. ft. home has been recently updated and features two bedrooms and two bathrooms. A fireplace with wood burning insert offers an excellent heat source. along with the mini-split units. The sliding door to the deck allows for beautiful views and sounds of the river. Cable TV and High Speed Internet are available. Recreation The Middle Branch River is known to be highly productive for trout, with additional species including bass and walleye. The river is noted for being difficult to wade in some areas due to its depth and strength, but it provides high-quality habitat. The Blue Ribbon Trout Stream is a 7.3-mile section upstream from Marion and is recognized as a Blue Ribbonfishery, noted for exceptional cold water fishing, particularly for brown trout. The river features a moderate gradient with riffle-pool sequences that support diverse aquatic life. Anglers report it can be challenging to wade and cast due to its overgrown nature and varying depths. Marion Mill Pond Park is located in the village and this park surrounds the dam and the Mill Pond. It offers a place to relax, watch wildlife, and fish. Wildlife Viewing The river corridor is known for sightings of local wildlife, making it popular for nature walks and photography. The Marion Rod and Gun Club sits on 77 acres, established in 1932. It has a modern, heated clubhouse. The club offers a lighted 14 station Trap and Skeet range and a 50-100 bird Sporting Clay range with flyers, rabbits, and squirrels. Also available is the heated designated 5-Stand pistol range and a 25-200 yard rifle range. Marion offers diverse trail destinations, featuring prominent rail-trails for hiking and biking and nearby off-road trails. Region & Climate Throughout the year, the temperature in Osceola County varies between a low of 9F and a high of 81F. The area also experiences an annual precipitation of 34 in and a snowfall of 69 in. The humidity level remains comfortable throughout the summer, providing a pleasant environment for residents and visitors alike. History Marion is a village in Osceola County, Michigan. The population was 789 at the 2020 census. Location Marion is a quaint village that offers local businesses. The Marion Public School district consists of a single school entity for both Elementary and High School students, serving grades K-12. McBain is the closest town to the north, a 15 minute drive. Evart is a nearby town to the southwest approximately 15 miles away. Cadillac is a larger city located 30 miles to the northwest, offering all of the big city amenities. Clare is located 30 miles to the southeast and the home store of Jay's Sporting Goods.