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The Lake Leelanau West access site is a Michigan Department of Natural Resources boat ramp located just south of M-204 in Cedar, providing convenient entry to both north and south Lake Leelanau via the Lake Leelanau Narrows. The hard-surface ramp accommodates all trailerable watercraft with adequate water depth (minimum 2.5-3 feet at 20 feet from shore), making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats alike.
The site offers practical amenities including parking and a picnic area. Lake Leelanau's crystal-clear waters and scenic shoreline make it an attractive destination for paddling and fishing. The access point is well-positioned for exploring both basins of this scenic inland lake, with opportunities to experience the natural beauty of the Leelanau Peninsula.
Nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore provides additional recreation options for visitors to the area, featuring miles of Lake Michigan beaches, 450-foot bluffs, and pristine forests just a short drive away.
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