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Portage Lake vs Mendon

Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Schoolcraft County, Michigan.

These ramps are about 4.2 miles apart.

Mendon

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Type

Boating Access Site

Hours

Open at all times

0400_2300

Fees

Free

Launch Lanes

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Water Type

Inland Lake

River/Stream

Water Body

Portage Lake

Saint Joseph River

Trailer Parking

28 spaces

12 spaces

Restrooms

Yes

Accessible

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Which ramp should you choose?

Both Portage Lake and Mendon provide public access in Schoolcraft County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.