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Irwin Lake

Irwin Lake

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: 46.21763767, -86.62405118
699G+29 Kentucky, Munising Township, MI 49895, USA
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Au Train River at Forest Lake, MI 8.5 mi away
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Miners River near Munising, MI 11.9 mi away
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About This Access Site
Irwin Lake offers a public boat ramp access site for paddlers, boaters, and anglers in Munising Township, Michigan. The ramp is located within the Island Lake Campground, a federal recreation area that offers fishing, canoeing, and kayaking opportunities.

The boat ramp provides access to Irwin Lake, a small inland body of water that is well-suited for paddlers and anglers in smaller watercraft like canoes and kayaks. The ramp has a hard surface, though the water depth may be limited in areas, so launching and retrieving larger boats could be challenging. The campground offers around 4 parking spaces for vehicles with trailers.

Nearby recreation options include the Council Lake and Steuben Lake campgrounds, both of which offer additional access points and amenities for those exploring the region's inland lakes and waterways. Anglers will find good opportunities to fish for species like largemouth bass, bluegill, and perch from the shore or small boats. Overall, Irwin Lake provides a peaceful, community-oriented access site for paddlers and anglers seeking to experience the natural beauty of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
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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