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Access Site MI

Guernsey Lake

Guernsey Lake

Source: michigan_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: South Boardman, MI
County: Kalkaska County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.71430782, -85.32590755
PM7F+PJ South Boardman, MI, USA
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Boardman River above Brown Bridge Road near Mayfield, MI 4.2 mi away
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About This Access Site
**Location & Access**
The Guernsey Lake boat ramp is located in South Boardman, Kalkaska County, approximately 8 miles west of Kalkaska via Island Lake Road and Campground Road. This is a Michigan DNR-maintained boating access site serving paddlers and boaters on Guernsey Lake.

**What to Expect**
Guernsey Lake offers a scenic paddling destination with access to pristine waters suitable for kayaking, canoeing, and recreational boating. The area provides good opportunities for day trips and water-based recreation. Nearby, paddlers can explore connections to other natural features including the Muncie Lake Pathway and Vasa Pathway, making it an excellent base for exploring the broader recreation area around South Boardman.

**Nearby Recreation**
The campground area is also part of a larger recreation hub featuring the North Country Trail and a cross-state horse trail. For specific current information about ramp conditions, hours of operation, facilities, and any fees, contact the Michigan DNR or check their official website before your visit.