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Boating & Fishing Business Directory

The Ludington area is a paradise for those who love boating and fishing. Numerous marinas along Hamlin Lake rent a variety of boats such as pontoons, fishing boats, canoes, and jet skis. For the Lake Michigan boater, our marinas are some of the most beautiful in the state and offer modern facilities. We have many charter captains, eager to make your fishing excursion a successful one. They will guide you to the best spots for catching trout, steelhead or salmon- perfect for that fresh fish dinner. What a way to vacation!

Waterside Resort & Boat Rental

Family-friendly fun on Lower Hamlin Lake! Rent a pontoon boat for pleasure or fishing. Also 14' and 16' fishing boats with 8 hp to 25 hp motors. Our store has live bait, tackle, outboard gas, fishing licenses,and picnic supplies. Also cottages for rent on the lake! For lodging, call: (231) 843-8481.

Sunset Bluff Resort & Boat Rentals

Rent a 22' or 24' pontoon for $60/hour (four hour minimum), $425/day. 14' fishing boats with 10 hp motor, kayaks, and canoes also available. Enjoy a 3-4 hour canoe trip on the Big Sable River and Upper Hamlin Lake. We'll trailer your kayak or canoe...or rent ours for $10/hour. Important — call or email for reservations and availability.

Pere Marquette Expeditions

Call ahead for canoe, kayak, double kayak and SUP rentals. Launch here or take off-site! Rental rates on our website. Bait, tackle, and sport licenses available here. Huge selection of golf discs and accessories! Get your beer, wine, liquor, live bait, tackle, and camping supplies here! Open daily 6am-11:30pm.

Lie-A-Lot Charters

Come fish with Captain Mike Darke aboard the Lie-A-Lot, a 33-ft. Chris Craft Commander. From the port of Ludington, fish for salmon, steelhead, and trout. When booking your charter, rely on Captain Mike's 20-year experience to make your day on the water relaxing and exciting. Fully insured.

Dune Grass Concessions and Watercraft Rentals

(231) 843-1888 dunegrassludington.com Located in the Cedar Camp Store at Ludington State Park- 8800 M-116, Ludington, MI 49431

Offering the largest selection of watercraft rentals to explore beautiful Hamlin Lake, including paddle boats, canoes, kayaks, tandem kayaks, stand up paddle boards, pedal boats, and rowboats. Also fishing and camping supplies, grocery and personal items, clothing, beach supplies/toys, and tubes to float the Sable River. Open seven days a week mid-May through October.

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