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**Location & Access:** Arthur Dodd Memorial Park offers carry-in boat access on the Dowagiac River near Summervillle in Cass County. The site features a large paved parking lot located off Creek Road, approximately 0.2 miles northeast of Chapel Road. Paddlers must carry canoes and small boats about 70 yards from the parking area to the water.
**Conditions & Paddling Considerations:** The Dowagiac River downstream of this access point contains several major log jams that require advanced paddling skills to navigate. Portaging around obstacles may be necessary. All paddlers should wear life jackets at all times. This access point works best for experienced canoeists and kayakers comfortable handling moving water obstacles and potential portages.
**Amenities:** The 51-acre park provides public restrooms (pit toilet), ample parking, and rental cabins. The park is open year-round from sunrise to sunset. This makes Arthur Dodd Memorial Park a good base for multi-day paddling trips on the Dowagiac River, though paddlers should come prepared for challenging downstream conditions.