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**Maple Lake East** is a public boat ramp located on the far eastern shore of Maple Lake near Mentor in Polk County, Minnesota. This access point features a concrete launch ramp, a floating dock, ample trailer parking, and a picnic area—making it a convenient starting point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The site is situated on County State Aid Highway 37 and provides access to Maple Lake, a 1,641-acre water body with a maximum depth of 14 feet.
The lake offers multiple recreational opportunities, including fishing and recreational boating. Additional features nearby include a handicapped-accessible fishing pier at the north boat launch, four bump-outs (shallow water access points) in the southwest corner, and a commercial boating center with rental equipment and supplies. For those interested in exploring the wider area, Rydell National Wildlife Refuge is located nearby, offering opportunities for wildlife viewing and paddling.
This is one of two improved public access sites on Maple Lake, making it a reliable choice for launching paddling adventures or recreational boating on this scenic north-central Minnesota lake.