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**Overview**
Mar-Ral Road is a Michigan DNR public boat access site located on Long Lake near Alpena in Presque Isle County. The facility features a concrete launching ramp with a loading dock, making it suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats. Parking is available on-site.
**Practical Information for Paddlers**
This access point provides a convenient launch location for exploring Long Lake and accessing nearby water recreation. The concrete ramp and loading dock accommodate various vessel types and sizes. As with all Michigan boating access sites, be sure to inspect your boat and equipment for invasive species before launching, and rinse down your vessel when finished to help protect the lake ecosystem. The site is near Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary, which offers additional recreation opportunities in the region.
**Getting There**
Located at coordinates 45.22106682, -83.50381594 in Alpena, Mar-Ral Road is accessible year-round as a Michigan state boating access site. Contact the local DNR office or visit Michigan's interactive boating access map for current conditions, seasonal updates, or additional details about facilities and amenities.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Thunder Bay National Marine SanctuaryLocated within