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**Location & Access:** Starvation Lake is a 125-acre lake located in Blue Lake Township near Mancelona in Kalkaska County. The boat ramp is situated on the northeastern shore and is accessed via Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) property. The paved launch features a hard surface ramp with one skid pier, making it suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats.
**Facilities & Amenities:** The access site offers parking for seven vehicles and includes a rustic pit toilet. Given the lake's 47-foot maximum depth and 125-acre surface area, paddlers will find adequate space for recreational paddling and fishing. The northern location of the ramp provides good launching conditions and access to the broader lake.
**Getting There:** From I-75, take Exit 264 at Frederic and proceed west. Follow local road signs directing you to the northeastern shore access point. The modest parking area suits day-use visitors, though those arriving during peak times should plan accordingly given the limited parking capacity.