Loon Lake Access

Loon Lake Boat Launch and Fishing Dock Entrance

D. Newman

Quick Facts

Location:

44.708937, -86.126131

Amenities

10 listed

Beach/Water Access, Benches/Seating, Canoe/Kayak/Small Boat Launch, Dock/Pier, Parking - Auto, Parking - Boat Trailer, Picnic Table, Restroom - Accessible, Trash/Litter Receptacles, Wheelchair Accessible

Loon Lake is the most accessible inland lake in the park with a sandy bottom.
There is no beach but you can wade out near the boat ramp. The lake bottom is firm and sandy. From the shore or the ADA-compliant dock next to the boat ramp, watch a parade of canoes, kayaks, and tubes crossing the northern tip of the lake as they float down the Platte River. You may also spy a muskrat, otter, or a fox!

Loon Lake is one of the few lakes in the Lakeshore where motorboats are allowed, speeds not to exceed 5 mph. The boat ramp has drive-in trailer access. For ice fishing, powered ice augers require a permit.

A great place to take the family for fishing, boating, swimming, and picnicking-be sure to listen for loon calls. 

Paddle safe

Before going out for a paddle, check the weather. Have a boating plan and make sure others know it. Always wear safety gear, including personal flotation devices. Buddy up, don't go out alone. Check your boat and make sure it is safe for conditions. And always keep the shoreline in sight .Fish species found in the lake include, longnose gar, bowfin, central mudminnow, northern pike, bluntnose minnow, common carp, common shiner, sand shiner, white sucker, brown bullhead, bluegill, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, Johnny darter, walleye, channel catfish, and yellow perch. In the late summer months coho salmon can be seen in the lake as they make their way to the fish hatchery.
 

Paddle safe

Before going out for a paddle, check the weather. Have a boating plan and make sure others know it. Buddy up, don't go out alone. Check your boat and make sure it is safe for conditions. And always keep the shoreline in sight.

Wear It! 

The State of Michigan requires all vessels have a life jacket or personal flotation device for every person on board or being towed.

Clean Your Boats

Please clean, drain, and dry your boat after you leave any body of water, especially Lake Michigan, to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. This is especially important for our inland lakes.For more information on aquatic invasive species and their impacts to lakes, streams, and how we recreate please visit the following websites:www.protectyourwaters.netwww.nps.gov/slbe/naturescience/nonnativespecies.htm