Hammond Bay Boat Launch

📍 Presque Isle County, Michigan

📍 Location and directions

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✅ Before you launch at Hammond Bay

  • This site is listed as a fee site. Bring a way to pay and check posted pay-station instructions.
  • There is no built ramp. Plan to carry a kayak, canoe or car-top boat to the water.
  • Great Lakes conditions can change quickly. Check the marine forecast and wind direction before you launch.
  • Clean, drain and dry your boat, trailer and gear before and after launching to help stop aquatic invasive species. Check the Michigan DNR for current rules.
  • Motorized boats need a valid Michigan watercraft registration.
  • Ramp access can change with weather, water levels and maintenance. Contact the managing agency for current status.

🧭 Nearby boat launches

Ocqueoc River Mouth 2.0 mi · Paved ramp Hammond Bay State Harbor 8.9 mi · Paved ramp Onaway State Park - Black Lake 10.5 mi · Paved ramp Black Lake DNR Launch 11.1 mi · Paved ramp Rogers City Municipal 12.0 mi · Paved ramp Lost Lake on Lost Lake 14.3 mi · Paved ramp

Distances are straight-line miles between listed coordinates, not driving distance.

❓ Questions about Hammond Bay

Is there a fee to launch at Hammond Bay?

The DNR data marks Hammond Bay as a fee site but does not list the amount. Confirm the current fee on site or with the managing agency.

What kind of ramp does Hammond Bay have?

Hammond Bay is listed as a carry-in site with no built ramp, so it suits kayaks, canoes and car-top boats rather than trailers.

How much parking is there at Hammond Bay?

The site lists 3 parking spaces. Popular launches can fill on summer weekends, so arriving early helps.

What amenities does Hammond Bay have?

Listed amenities are: ais signage.

Is Hammond Bay open year-round?

Listed hours are: Open at all times. Seasonal closures can still apply, so confirm locally.

What are the GPS coordinates of Hammond Bay?

The listed coordinates are 45.495199, -84.036327. Use the directions buttons on this page to open them in a map app.

Are there other boat launches near Hammond Bay?

Yes. The closest launches in our directory are Ocqueoc River Mouth (2.0 miles away); Hammond Bay State Harbor (8.9 miles away); Onaway State Park - Black Lake (10.5 miles away).

🔗 Resources

⚓ All Michigan Launches ⚓ 20 Presque Isle County Launches 📋 Presque Isle County Fishing 🌊 Presque Isle County Lakes 🎣 MDNR Sport Fishing