Craft & Seasonality
✓
Motorboat ✓
Kayak / Canoe ✓
Jet Ski / PWC ✓
Large Boat ✗
Winter Access Site Details
Conditions change rapidly due to water levels, prop wash, and weather. Always visually inspect before backing down.
RampPaved, 1 lane
Dock1 boating pier
Trailer Parking0 spots · gravel
Vehicle-Only10 spots
Fee
HoursOpen at all times
RestroomsVault toilet (7)
PierYes
AccessibilityAccessible restroom
Not Available Fishing pier
Scout's Notes
Ramp Quirks & Etiquette
Tight Ramp Access
Single lane, no dedicated trailer parking — you're basically squeezing in alongside the day-use area. This is really a hand-launch spot. Kayaks and small jon boats are ideal; anything over 16 feet and you're going to have a frustrating time maneuvering.
Gravel Road Surprise
If you're coming from the north, you'll end up on Maple Lane Road, which is gravel. It's smooth enough, but if you're towing a trailer you weren't expecting, it can catch you off guard. Coming in off M-65 from the south is a more conventional approach.
Leeches In The Water
The lake is untreated, so there are leeches — worth knowing if you're wading to launch or retrieve. It's a gorgeous little lake with solid fishing, but wear boots if you're getting out of the boat in the shallows.
Hidden Gem Fishing
Sunken Lake is small and secluded, but it holds fish. Panfish and bass are the main draw. The quiet water and lack of heavy boat traffic make it a great spot for kayak fishing — you can cover most of the lake in a morning.
Bugs Are Brutal
Mosquitoes and gnats are relentless here, especially on the trails and near the water in summer. Spray alone won't cut it — bring a head net and a Thermacell if you're fishing from shore or launching at dawn.
Sources: DNR GIS data, Google Reviews
About This Lake
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