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West Michigan is a Paradise for Those Who Love Boating & Fishing

From Manistee, Ludington and Hamlin Lake to Pentwater and Silver Lake, there are inland lakes, rivers and Lake Michigan–all yours to enjoy. Numerous marinas rent a variety of boats, such as pontoons, fishing boats, canoes, kayaks, and jet skis. For the Lake Michigan boater, West Michigan marinas are some of the most beautiful in the state and offer modern facilities. Book your next fishing excursion with a Lake Michigan charter captain to guide you to the best spots for catching a trout, steelhead or salmon in West Michigan. Guides area also available for fishing area rivers including the Pere Marquette River and Manistee River. Fish on! What a way to vacation!

Waterside Resort & Boat Rentals

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.

River Run Canoe Livery

Come paddle the scenic Pere Marquette, an easy flowing river for the whole family. Featuring Old Town kayaks, double kayaks, 3 seat canoes with cup holders and a cooler, tubes, and 4 person rafts. Equipment cleaned daily and we offer a variety of trips. Open Monday-Friday 10am-5pm; Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm.

Sunset Bluff Resort

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--please call for reservations.

Pere Marquette Expeditions, LLC

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.

Happy Mohawk Canoe Livery, 401 E. Fruitvale Rd., Montague, MI, 49437(231) 894-4209

Ludington Boat Tours, Ludington, MI, 49431, (231) 999-8512

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Camping & Lodging in Baldwin

Want to spend a night or more in and near Baldwin, Michigan? Campgrounds, inns, hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts… this area has it all.

Baldwin – Things to Do

There’s no shortage of things to do in and around Baldwin, Michigan. Besides fishing, canoeing, and kayaking, enjoy fun events!

Ludington – Camping & Lodging

Want to spend a night or more in and near Ludington, Michigan? Campgrounds, inns, hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts… this area has it all.

Convenience & Party Stores

Stop into a West Michigan party or convenience store to get your beverages, ice, snacks, lotto tickets, gas, and more.

Golf Courses

West Michigan offers many golf courses to challenge or relax you, and offer wonderful scenic views, some lakeside.