Lakes Kayaked

Lakes/Rivers

As a loner kayaker, when kayaking I am always looking for scenic views full of wildlife versus lakes inhabited by lots of people. So my judgement is based off of what I enjoy.
Not listed in any particular order
Rated 1-10 | 10 being best
S: Scenic views & wildlife
F: Fun (preferably better with boating, boat- tubing, Ski’s, Parasailing, partying with friends or family, boat picnics, etc versus a Kayak/Canoe/SUP)

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Hamlin Lake, Ludington | S:9 F: 10 (not officially kayaked, but walked trailhead and saw beauty on the lake, and a nice mix between a few dozen kayakers, SUP and boaters, I have no doubt I would love the Lost Lake Area of Hamlin Lake)

Platte River, Honor | S:10 F:6

Loon Lake, Honor | S:10 F:0

Lake Charlevoix, Boyne City | S:8 F:10

Green Lake, Interlochen | S:8 F:8

Duck Lake, Interlochen | S:n/a F:9

Lincoln Lake, Ludington | S:7 F:7

Baker Lake, Middleville | S:9 F:1

Gun Lake, Wayland | S:1 F:9

Torch Lake, Traverse City | S:2 F:9

Elk Lake, Traverse City | S:8 F:8

Grand River, Grandville Boat Launch, Grand Rapids | S:7 F:3

Millenium Park | S:1 F:8

Muskegon River, Newaygo | S:3 F:8

Hess Lake, Grant | S:5 F:9

Big Sable River, Ludington (launch at Hamlin Lake Dam) | S:7 F:5

Fish Lake, Hiawatha National Forest | S:10 F:n/a

Petes Lake, Hiawatha National Forest | S:10 F:8

Island Lake, Hiawatha National Forest | S:9 F:n/a

Lake Macatawa, Big Bay, Holland | S:2 F:8

Macatawa River, Paw Paw Park Launch, Holland | S:7 F:2

Kalamazoo River, Shultz Park Launch, Saugatuck | S:6 F:6

Hawthorn Pond Natural Area, Holland | S:3 F:2

Paw Paw River, Saint Joseph Public Launch | S:8 F:0