Portage Lake Association
[ Approximately 17,ooo Visitors Annually ]
Recreation
There is no shortage of things to do in the Onekama and surrounding areas.
In summer, it is hard to beat the Charter Fishing, boating or swimming on Portage Lake. Jump waves or get some sun on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan beach or go for a hike at Lake Bluff Audubon Center. For the duffers and pros alike, take advantage of golfing in Manistee County or take the family for a tour of one of many museums.
In the winter, enjoy snowmobiling on groomed trails, skiing at Crystal Mountain, ice fishing on Portage Lake or a movie at the charming Vogue Theatre in downtown Manistee….
BOAT LAUNCH LINKS
Onekama Village Park (free-donations appreciated)
Universally Accessible Kayak Launch at DNR Boat Launch (coming soon)
HIKING, CAMPING & RECREATION LINKS
Arcadia Dunes by the Grand Traverse Land Conservancy
Arcadia Marsh by the Grand Traverse Land Conservancy
BIG M Trail – Mountain Biking, Hiking and Skiing
Orchard Beach State Park
Manistee Campgrounds in the National Forest
North Country National Scenic Trail
Huron-Manistee National Forest Recreation Opportunities
Paddling our Rivers in Manistee County
ADDITIONAL FEATURES LINKS
Manistee Conservation District
Manistee County Recreation Plan
Part 3
The Manistee County Planning Commission, in partnership with the Alliance for Economic Success, continues to develop the county’s 5-year recreation plan.
Grand Traverse Regional Land Conversancy
State of MI Department of Natural Resources Fish Stock Data Base
(type in ‘Manistee’ for County and ‘Porgtage Lake’ for Water Body)