Hamlin Lake Dam
Read about the mighty dam that lives in Hamlin Lake, how it came to be and how it is utilized to help protect this man-made lake.
Photo by Todd & Brad Reed Photography
Public Boat Launches
Hamlin Lake
- Ludington State Park north of Ludington
- Wilson Hill Park on Barnhart Rd. north of Ludington
- Victory Park on Upper Hamlin Lake
- South Bayou Park off Lakeshore Drive
- North Bayou boat launch
Pere Marquette Lake
- Copeyon Park on South Washington Ave. in Ludington
Pere Marquette River
- On Pere Marquette Hwy. just south of Ludington
- Scottville Riverside Park just south of Scottville
- Indian Bridge on Reek Road southeast of Custer
- Walhalla Rd. Bridge south of Walhalla
Other Inland Lakes and Rivers
- Big Sable River – Upper Launch off Free Soil Rd. four miles northeast of Fountain
- Ford Lake – Mason County
- Gun Lake – Mason County
- Hackert Lake – Mason County
- Hoags Lake – Mason County
- Ruby Creek – Mason County
- On the Big South Branch of the Pere Marquette River seven miles south of Branch
- Pleiness Lake – Mason County
- St. Mary’s Lake – Mason County
- Tallman Lake – Mason County
Discover more around Ludington!
Aerial View of Big Sable Point
The aerial view of Big Sable Point features Hamlin Lake, Ludington State Park, and Big Sable Point Lighthouse on Lake Michigan.
Wilson Hill Park on Upper Hamlin Lake
Cast your line into Upper Hamlin Lake or enjoy a picnic, the playground, or watch Hamlin Lake’s Independence Fireworks at Wilson Hill Park.
What's happening now in Ludington?
Scroll below for more articles about the Ludington area fishing information.
More Ludington Area Fishing Information
Boating & Fishing
The Ludington area is a paradise for those who love boating and fishing. Numerous marinas rent a variety of boats and offer modern facilities.
Fish on for Freedom
“Fish on For Freedom” is a non-profit event that provides a free day of fishing to military veterans on Lake Michigan.
Fishing
There are many places for anglers to try their luck, and Ludington has such a great variety of fish. The area also has great charter captains.
Ludington Salmon Fishing
Ludington’s natural resources, charter captains, and outfitters provide great salmon fishing on Lake Michigan and the Pere Marquette River.
Ludington Fishing Reports
Here you will find past fishing reports for the Ludington area, including Lake Michigan, PM Lake, PM River, and Hamlin Lake.
Fishing Tournaments & Events
Ludington fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
