Sept. 5, 2017

Contact: David Dekett, 989-785-4388

Lake 15 boating access site to close, starting Monday, for repairs

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources today announced that the Lake 15 public boating access site, located near Atlanta in Montmorency County, temporarily will close so DNR staff can replace damaged ramp planks. The repairs are scheduled to begin Monday, Sept. 11, and are not anticipated to take longer than two weeks.

Lake 15 is known for its brook trout, Northern pike, rock bass, sunfish and yellow perch, and is a popular destination for anglers to "night fish" for smelt.

The project is slated to be completed by Sept. 23. It is recommended that those planning to visit the Lake 15 boating access site visit www.michigan.gov/dnrclosures to view any anticipated changes to the reopening date. Additional information on closures and trail detours in DNR facilities, including state trails, boat launches, parks and campgrounds, also are listed on this page.

This project is funded through the Michigan State Waterways Fund. The restricted fund, which is derived from boat registration fees and the Michigan marine fuel tax, helps fund the construction, operation and maintenance of public recreational boating facilities.

For more information, contact Dave Dekett, Clear Lake State Park supervisor, at 989-785-4388 or dekettd@michigan.gov. Information on additional boating resources is available at www.michigan.gov/boating.

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.