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Harbors - general rules

General harbor rules

  • Check-in begins at 1 p.m., and checkout is by 11 a.m. 

    Boaters must check in upon arrival at the harbor office.

  • Quiet time is all the time. Noise levels must be controlled

  • Fishing is not allowed in the harbor unless otherwise posted.

    Fish cleaning is only allowed in harbors if there’s a provided fish cleaning station. Additionally, it's illegal to dispose of fish or animal waste in public waters.

  • For safety reasons, bike riding is not allowed on the harbor sidewalks or docks. All bicycles must be stored in bike racks or on your vessel.

  • Grilling is allowed in provided areas only.

  • Pets must be kept quiet, on a 6-foot leash and under an owner’s immediate control. All pet waste must be properly disposed of in trash receptacles. No pets allowed in buildings except service animals.

  • Michigan is a “No Discharge” State (effective on all freshwater bodies). It's illegal to discharge raw and/or treated sewage and oil or oily waste from a watercraft within the water of the state.

  • Swimming is not allowed in the harbor for safety reasons.

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