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Access Site MI

Fish Lake Boat Launch

Indian River

Source: michigan_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Munising Township, MI
County: Alger County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 46.22929851, -86.63565522
69H7+PP Kentucky, Munising Township, MI, USA
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Au Train River at Forest Lake, MI 8 mi away
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Miners River near Munising, MI 11.4 mi away
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About This Access Site
**Location & Access**
Fish Lake is located in Munising Township, Alger County in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The access point is situated near Island Lake Campground, reached by heading south from M-28 near Munising on Forest Highway 13, then following Forest Service roads (FR 2268 and FR 2254) to FR 2557. This is a quiet, forested area popular for small watercraft.

**What to Expect**
Fish Lake is well-suited for kayakers, canoeists, and anglers with smaller boats. The lake offers excellent fishing opportunities for largemouth bass, bluegill, and perch, with the option to fish from shore as well. Island Lake Campground nearby features a boat slip for small carry-in boats and offers a peaceful setting surrounded by pine forest. This is an ideal destination if you're looking for a quiet paddling experience combined with fishing opportunities in the Upper Peninsula.

**Nearby Amenities**
Island Lake Campground is reservable and provides camping facilities for visitors. Additional campsites in the area include Council Lake, Hovey Lake, and Swan Lake, offering multiple lodging options within a 10-mile radius if you plan to extend your stay in the region.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
Island Lake Campground is a small and quiet campground nestled in a mostly pine forest. Island Lake offers great fishing for anglers with small boats or canoes.Recreation
Island Lake offers excellent fishing and canoeing or kayaking. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, blue gill and perch. The campground offers fishing from shore. Island Lake Campground features a boat slip for small...

Overview
Island Lake Campground is a small and quiet campground nestled in a mostly pine forest. Island Lake offers great fishing for anglers with small boats or canoes.Recreation
Island Lake offers excellent fishing and canoeing or kayaking. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, blue gill and perch. The campground offers fishing from shore. Island Lake Campground features a boat slip for small carry-in boats or canoes. Other popular activities include hiking, biking and ATV trails.Facilities
This small campground offers a group site and single-family sites that can be doubled-up to occupy two families. Note: Each family has to pay a site fee if doubled up on one site.Natural Features
Although there are a few mixed hardwood trees in the area, this campground is favored by those individuals who like to camp in a classic pine forest setting.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (906) 379-5791.
Nearby Attractions
There are many waterfalls to see in the area, as well as the popular Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Grand Island, located just 15 miles away at Lake Superior.

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Nearby Campgrounds (16 within 10 miles)
Council Lake Campsites
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Hovey Lake Campsites
On-site
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Swan Lake Campsites
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Pete’s Lake Campground
On-site Reservable
Reserve
WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND
On-site Reservable
Reserve
COLWELL LAKE CAMPGROUND
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Mowe Lake Campsites
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Crooked Lake Campsite
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Ewing Point Campsite
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Ironjaw Lake Campsite
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Cookson Lake Campsites
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Minerva Lake Campsite
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Bass Lake Campsite
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Lake Nineteen Campsite
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Little Bass Lake Campsites
On-site
Reserve
Triangle Lake Campsites
On-site Reservable
Reserve
Amenities
parking