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**Overview**
Port Austin State Harbor is a public boat access site on Lake Huron near Port Austin in Huron County, Michigan. The facility offers a launch ramp and skid pier for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats accessing the open water and nearby Pinnebog River.
**Access Details & Practical Information**
The ramp is typically available from early April through mid-November (weather permitting). A daily launch fee or seasonal permit is required year-round; fees are set by the MDNR Waterways Commission. The site includes a parking lot and improved boat launch facilities. Note that the access site has undergone construction improvements in recent years, including parking lot paving and plans for upgraded slip facilities, so conditions may vary. Contact Huron County's Economic Development Corporation (989-269-6431) or the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for current conditions, hours, and fee information before visiting.
**Nearby Paddling Opportunities**
In addition to direct Lake Huron access, paddlers can explore the Pinnebog River via a small boat landing area within nearby Port Crescent State Park's day-use area, offering a mix of river and open water paddling options in the region.