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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!

Maritime Heritage Trail

The Maritime Heritage Trail highlights the lighthouses, industries, art, and figures that make up the maritime history of Mason County!

South Bayou Park

Enjoy this small, relaxing park as an easy place to place your boat in the water or throw a line out to catch some pan fish for dinner.

Weather & Water Conditions

West Michigan weather – they say if you don’t like the weather in Ludington, wait a few minutes and it will change.

What's happening now in Ludington?

Scroll below for more articles about the Ludington area fishing information.

More Ludington Area Fishing Information

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.

Ludington Offshore Classic Fishing Tournament

The very popular Ludington Offshore Classic Fishing Tournament sponsored by Captain Chuck’s takes place each July in Ludington.

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.

Fishing on Hamlin Lake

If there’s one thing that Hamlin Lake is known for, it’s excellent fishing. Catch crappie, bluegill, and more across thousands of acres.

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.

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