Houghton Lake Boat Launch
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:12 PM
- Water level
- 6.09 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Houghton Lake
Updated 16 min agoSource: USGS station 442409084274001 — LAKE ST HELEN AT ST HELEN, MI · 2.7 mi from Houghton Lake
Launch Light & Moon — July 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (77% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Houghton Lake Boat Launch
| Location | Markey township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Houghton Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.5/5 (40 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 44.339401, -84.662201 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Roscommon |
Houghton Lake Boat Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Houghton Lake in Markey township, Michigan at coordinates 44.33940, -84.66220. Rated 4.5/5 based on 40 Google reviews.
Houghton Lake Boat Launch is a public boat launch on Houghton Lake in Markey township, Roscommon County, Michigan. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Markey township • public launch in Roscommon • fishing access on Houghton Lake • Michigan boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Houghton Lake Boat Launch
Is Houghton Lake Boat Launch free to use?
Yes, Houghton Lake Boat Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Markey township, Michigan.
How is Houghton Lake Boat Launch rated?
Houghton Lake Boat Launch has a 4.5 out of 5 rating based on 40 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Houghton Lake Boat Launch access?
Houghton Lake Boat Launch provides boat launch access to Houghton Lake in Markey township, Michigan.
How do I get to Houghton Lake Boat Launch?
Houghton Lake Boat Launch is located at coordinates 44.339401, -84.662201 in Markey township, Michigan. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Houghton Lake Boat Launch includes 6 other public boat ramps within 5.9 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.