Access Site
MI
Sutherland Lake
City: Harrison, MI
County: Clare County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.02259542, -84.77591150
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Tobacco River at Glidden Road at Beaverton, MI
11.2 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
The Sutherland Lake boat ramp in Harrison, Clare County provides convenient access to this popular inland lake for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters. The launch offers a straightforward entry point for paddlers looking to explore the lake's calm waters and hidden coves, making it ideal for both leisurely morning paddles and afternoon outings. The lake is known for its peaceful conditions, particularly early in the day when mist often rises from the water.
Boaters should be aware of local regulations on Sutherland Lake, including the requirement that all traffic travel counterclockwise and that motorboats must give way to non-motorized vessels. Fast boating is restricted to areas 100 feet or more from shore, docks, swimmers, and other watercraft. The lake is popular with anglers pursuing rainbow trout and kokanee, so expect shared use of the water during peak fishing seasons (spring and summer). For specific details about ramp facilities, current conditions, and weather, check the interactive maps available online before your visit.
Boaters should be aware of local regulations on Sutherland Lake, including the requirement that all traffic travel counterclockwise and that motorboats must give way to non-motorized vessels. Fast boating is restricted to areas 100 feet or more from shore, docks, swimmers, and other watercraft. The lake is popular with anglers pursuing rainbow trout and kokanee, so expect shared use of the water during peak fishing seasons (spring and summer). For specific details about ramp facilities, current conditions, and weather, check the interactive maps available online before your visit.