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Roland Lake

Baraga County, Michigan Inland Lake Connected Water
39.3 acres22 ft deep1 launchRec Passport required
Roland Lake Access Map 1 launch
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Boat Launches on Roland Lake
Roland Lake Boat Launch
Baraga State Park · Unimproved ramp, 1 lane, 3 trailer spots
Open Motorboat Kayak Rec Passport
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Connected Waterways

Specific inflow and outflow data for Roland Lake isn't well-documented. The lake sits within the broader Lake Superior watershed, consistent with Baraga County's drainage patterns.

Winter & Ice Safety

As a small lake in Baraga County, Roland Lake freezes reliably and typically holds solid ice through the winter. Always check local conditions before heading out, but this part of the U.P. gets consistently cold winters.

Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Roland Lake in Michigan?
Roland Lake is in Baraga County in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. It's a remote, forested setting typical of the central U.P.
Is there a boat launch on Roland Lake?
Yes, there's one boat launch on Roland Lake. It carries a 4.7-star Google rating, though based on very few reviews — expect a basic, functional launch rather than a developed facility.
Can you swim in Roland Lake?
Yes — there's a beach at Roland Lake that's listed as a local swimming spot.
Are there campgrounds near Roland Lake?
Yes. Big Eric's Bridge State Forest Campground is nearby and offers rustic U.P. camping. Witz Marine and Campground is another option that also serves as the area's marina.
Is Roland Lake crowded?
No. With only a handful of online reviews and one launch, Roland Lake sees very little traffic. It's a quiet, off-the-beaten-path lake even by U.P. standards.
What is there to do near Roland Lake?
The area has mining-era historical sites from Michigan's copper and iron heritage, plus extensive state forest land for hiking and exploring. Witz Marine and Campground is the nearest service point for boaters.
Scout's Notes
Lake Vibe & Fishing Intel

Roland Lake sits in Baraga County in Michigan's Upper Peninsula — a small, quiet lake surrounded by forest and steeped in the region's mining-era history. There's one boat launch on the lake, and with only a handful of Google reviews (4.7 stars), this is clearly not a high-traffic destination. That's the appeal. The nearby Big Eric's Bridge State Forest Campground and Witz Marine and Campground give you rustic base-camp options, and the lake has its own swimming beach.

Baraga County is deep U.P. country — expect solitude, wildlife, and minimal development along the shoreline. Reviewers mention the beautiful landscape and mining-era history in the area, which tracks with the copper and iron heritage scattered across this part of the peninsula. If you're looking for a lake where you won't be competing for space on the water, Roland Lake fits the bill.

Sources: Wikipedia, Google Reviews, DNR data, campground & beach reviews, ShorelineScout enrichment