FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Aug. 10, 2015

Contact: Greg Kinser, 989-348-7068

Pickerel Lake boat launch to close for scheduled replacement this month

The boat launch in Pickerel Lake State Forest Campground (eastern Kalkaska County) will be closed within the next few weeks for construction of a new boat ramp to improve lake access.

Work is scheduled to be finished before August 31. This $6,000 project is funded by the Michigan DNR Parks and Recreation Division's boating program.

Pickerel Lake State Forest Campground, located on Sunset Trail, will remain open during construction.

Several other boat launches are available in the area, including on Indian Lake (Crawford County), Big Twin Lake (Kalkaska County) and Starvation Lake (Kalkaska County). To find other boat launches, please visit the Michigan Recreational Boating Information System at www.michigan.gov/mrbis.

For information regarding this construction project, contact Unit Supervisor Greg Kinser at 989-348-7068. 

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A Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry to Pickerel Lake State Forest Campground.

A Recreation Passport grants vehicle access to any Michigan state park, boat launch, state forest campground or nonmotorized state trailhead parking. Residents can purchase the Passport for just $11 ($5 for motorcycles) at the time of Michigan license plate renewal through Secretary of State. Forgot to check “YES” during renewal? Residents and nonresidents can purchase a Recreation Passport window sticker during regular business hours at state parks. Learn more about how the Recreation Passport supports state parks and local outdoor recreation opportunities at www.michigan.gov/recreationpassport.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state’s natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.