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Deer Lake

Oakland County, Michigan Inland Lake

3 launchesRec Passport required

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Deer Lake Access Map 3 launches

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Boat Launches on Deer Lake

Deer Lake Boat Launch

Van Riper State Park · Paved ramp, 1 lane, 8 trailer spots

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Deer Lake Boat Launch

Young State Park · Unimproved ramp, 1 lane, 5 trailer spots

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Deer Lake State Forest Campground Boat Launch

Baraga State Park · Unimproved ramp, 1 lane, 3 trailer spots

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Winter & Ice Safety

Deer Lake is shallow, which means it likely freezes relatively early and solidly in a typical Michigan winter. Always check current ice thickness before venturing out, especially given that Oakland County's proximity to metro areas can mean variable conditions year to year.