Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:38 PM)
- Water level
- 114.37 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 Sturgeon River
Updated 56 min agoSource: USGS station 04057811 — GREENWOOD RESERVOIR NEAR GREENWOOD, MI · 6.8 mi from Sturgeon River
Launch Light & Moon — July 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (73% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp
| Location | Portage Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Sturgeon River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.5/5 (4 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 46.929437, -88.554822 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Houghton County |
Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Sturgeon River in Portage Township, Michigan at coordinates 46.92944, -88.55482. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR). Rated 4.5/5 based on 4 Google reviews.
Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on Sturgeon River in Portage Township, Houghton 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. Facility details on record include launch lanes: 1, restrooms: 1 toilet, trailer parking: 8 spaces. 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 Portage Township • public launch in Houghton County • fishing access on Sturgeon River • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
|---|---|
| Restrooms | 1 toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 8 spaces |
| Managed By | DNR-WLD |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp
Is Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Portage Township, Michigan.
How is Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp rated?
Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp has a 4.5 out of 5 rating based on 4 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp access?
Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Sturgeon River in Portage Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp?
Otter Lake Dam Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 46.929437, -88.554822 in Portage 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
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 6.9 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.