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**Location & Access:** Lighthouse County Park in Port Hope offers a public boat ramp providing access to Lake Huron. The facility is situated along a scenic portion of shoreline near the historic Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse, making it a notable launching point for kayakers and boaters exploring this section of the Great Lakes.
**Amenities & Facilities:** The park features a full-service boat launch along with bathrooms, a fish cleaning station, and picnic tables—useful for day-use paddlers. The park also operates as a campground with lake view campsites and a bathhouse if you're planning an extended trip. Note that the shoreline here is rocky and stony, which is better suited for boating and fishing than swimming. A pavilion is available for event rentals (May through mid-October).
**What to Know:** As a Lake Huron access point, paddlers should be prepared for open-water conditions typical of the Great Lakes, including variable wind and waves. The park is part of Port Hope's waterfront system and makes a good base for day trips or longer paddling adventures along this historic stretch of shoreline. Contact the park directly for current launch fees, hours, and seasonal availability.