Access Site
MI
Pickerel Lake
City: Kalkaska, MI
County: Kalkaska County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.79640199, -84.97443203
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Spencer Creek at Coy ST at Alden, MI
9.9 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
The Pickerel Lake boat ramp is a developed public access point managed by the Pickerel Crooked Lake Association, located on the Kalkaska side of the lake. This is a popular, well-maintained launch suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorized boats. The ramp features a gravel surface that works well for launching smaller watercraft, with a parking lot and pit toilet facilities available on-site.
Paddlers should be aware that this is a busy motorized launch, particularly during peak seasons, so expect activity from larger boats. The access point is conveniently located near local amenities (the Party Shoppe is roughly a quarter-mile away), making it a practical spot for a day trip. Parking is available but can fill up during busy times. The ramp provides straightforward access to Pickerel Lake's main basin, making it ideal for recreational kayaking and canoeing.
Paddlers should be aware that this is a busy motorized launch, particularly during peak seasons, so expect activity from larger boats. The access point is conveniently located near local amenities (the Party Shoppe is roughly a quarter-mile away), making it a practical spot for a day trip. Parking is available but can fill up during busy times. The ramp provides straightforward access to Pickerel Lake's main basin, making it ideal for recreational kayaking and canoeing.