Explore Local Lakes, Rivers & Trails
Discover places to paddle and ride throughout Dickinson County, MI, Marinette County, WI, and Florence, WI.
Recommended Lakes & Rivers Nearby
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Strawberry Lake Park
Family-friendly park in the City of Norway, Michigan. Kayak launch and biking/hiking trails are easily accessible.
Strawberry Lake Road
Norway, MI 49870 -
Hanbury Lake Park
280-acre park in the City of Norway, with a public boat launch for non-motorized and electric motor watercraft.
Lake Road
Norway, MI 49870 -
Lake Mary Park
This Dickinson County Park offers. a swimming beach, a boat landing, picnic areas, and a playground. It is a great place to spend the day on the water.
Lake Mary Drive S
Vulcan, MI 49892 -
Hamilton Lake Public Access
Operated by the MI DNR, Hamilton Lake is part of the Chain of Lakes, including Lake Louise and Lake Mary.
Michigan Recreation Passport is required
Landing Ave
Vulcan, MI 49892 -
Lake Antoine Park
Lake Antoine is 748 acres in size and about 25 feet deep at its deepest point. The park offers a beach with swimming, kayaking, a playground and a picnic area. Camping is also available.
N3393 South Lake Antoine Road
Iron Mountain, MI 49801 -
Cowboy Lake Park
A great spot to float, paddle, fish and enjoy the day. Cowboy Lake also has a nice beach and swimming area.
800 Riverhills Road
Kingsford, MI 49802Image from City of Kingsford, MI
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Morgan County Park
Located on Timms Lake, Morgan County Park offers a playground, swimming beach, boat landing, hiking, and camping. It is a great spot for a leisure float or paddle.
A Day Fee or an Annual Pass to the Marinette County Parks is required.
19882 Timms Lake Rd
Niagara, WI 54151Photo from Marinette County Tourism
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Spread Eagle Chain of Lakes
The Spread Eagle Chain of Lakes consists of nine lakes totaling 548 acres. It is a great kayak place for those looking for a full day paddle.
Access at the North Lake Boat Launch in Florence, WI (Fee)
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Twin Falls Flowage/Badwater Lake
This is a great spot to get on the water! Explore the islands around Badwater Lake, or paddle through the Twin Falls Flowage on the Menominee River.
Access at Vagabond Park (Twin Falls Road, off US-2 in Florence, WI)
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Menominee River: Cowboy Lake to Big Quinnesec Falls Dam
Put-in: Cowboy Lake Park Canoe/Kayak launch, located below the Kingsford Hydroelectric Dam.
Takeout: Above Big Quinnesec Falls Hydroelectric Dam on Hydraulic Falls Road, Kingsford, MI
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Menominee River: Piers Gorge to MI-577 Boat Ramp
About a 4-mile paddle trip
Put-in: Piers Gorge State Park at Picnic Road river access
Take Out: Stay river left toward the Sturgeon River. The river access is under the MI-577 (River Road) Bridge in Vulcan, MI
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Oxbow Float on the Pine River
The Pine River Oxbow circular route takes anywhere from 2-3 hours, depending on the water levels.The access points are within a half mile between each other via the road, making this a very easy and accessible trip.
About a 3.5 mile trip
Put-In: County Road N Landing, Florence, Wisconsin
Take-Out: County Road N “Oxbow Take Out” (just north of the put-in)
** Please note: For informational purposes only. Water recreation always poses risks. Safety is your responsibility.
Never paddle alone. Always wear a life jacket.
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