The Pine River watershed drains an area of 265 square miles (690 km2).

[3] The river flows through a section of the Huron–Manistee National Forest, with multiple campgrounds, scenic overlooks and launch sites for personal, non-motorized watercraft.

During the summer and fall seasons, canoe and kayak liveries are active with tourists taking trips on the Pine.

This spring-fed river is constantly chilled and crystal clear, all year around.

Much of Michigan's native wildlife can be spotted along the banks of the Pine, including black bears, white-tail deer, and bald eagles.