Access Site
MN
Portage Lake
City: McGregor, MN
County: Aitkin County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 46.57790614, -93.42077889
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Willow River below Palisade, MN
6.9 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Located one mile south of US Highway 2 near McGregor in Aitkin County, the Portage Lake boat ramp provides convenient public access to this 1,539-acre lake via a concrete launching facility. The site is easily accessible from the highway, making it a practical starting point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters exploring the lake.
Portage Lake is a popular destination for fishing and recreation, with populations of walleye, northern pike, crappie, and panfish. The access site offers parking and basic facilities to support a day of paddling or fishing. The lake's size and location in east central Minnesota make it suitable for various watercraft, from canoes and kayaks to larger boats. The area also provides proximity to the Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge, located about five miles south near McGregor, offering additional exploration opportunities for wildlife viewing and paddling.
Portage Lake is a popular destination for fishing and recreation, with populations of walleye, northern pike, crappie, and panfish. The access site offers parking and basic facilities to support a day of paddling or fishing. The lake's size and location in east central Minnesota make it suitable for various watercraft, from canoes and kayaks to larger boats. The area also provides proximity to the Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge, located about five miles south near McGregor, offering additional exploration opportunities for wildlife viewing and paddling.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge
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