| Leland River | |
| Source1 Location: | Lake Leelanau |
| Source1 Coordinates: | 45.0153°N -85.7586°W |
| Mouth Location: | Lake Michigan |
| Mouth Coordinates: | 45.0236°N -85.7623°W |
| Length: | 0.9miles |
The Leland River is a short river in the U.S. state of Michigan. Located in the unincorporated community of Leland, the river is long[1] and connects Lake Leelanau with Lake Michigan, winding past historic Fishtown,[2] a dam and two restaurants.[3] The dam was built in 1854 and it raised the water level in the river and in Lake Leelanau as much as . As the dam prevents boat traffic, launches are provided on both sides.[4]
The river was formerly known as Carp River, a term that is still often used today.