Saginaw River
A short, wide river that carries the combined flow of the Tittabawassee and Shiawassee north through Saginaw, Zilwaukee, Bay City and Essexville into Saginaw Bay.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Saginaw River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 22 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Saginaw, Michigan, where the Tittabawassee and Shiawassee meet |
| Mouth | Saginaw Bay of Lake Huron near Bay City |
| State | Michigan |
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Saginaw River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
Facts from Saginaw River (Wikipedia) ↗