1. Fisherman's Island State Park offers a beautiful shoreline for swimming.
2. The park has five miles of Lake Michigan coastline perfect for swimmers.
3. There are no lifeguards on duty, so swim at your own risk.
4. Swimming is allowed throughout the day during park hours from 8 am to 10 pm.
5. Water shoes are recommended due to rocky areas in some parts of the beach area.
6. The water can be cold even in summer months; wetsuits may be beneficial early or late season.
7. There aren't any designated swimming pools within the state park - it's all natural lakefront access!
8. Swimming conditions vary with weather and wave activity - always exercise caution when entering open waters.
The park, located in Michigan, offers a variety of boating options for visitors. However, it's important to note that there are no boat launch facilities within the park itself. Visitors can use nearby public launches at Charlevoix and Antrim County's Ferry Avenue access site on Lake Charlevoix if they wish to go sailing or motorboating. Canoeing is also popular along the shoreline but caution should be taken due to potential rough waters from Lake Michigan.
You can enjoy shore fishing or boat fishing in the area. Species include trout, salmon and perch among others. Anglers may also find smallmouth bass and northern pike here. You'll need a Michigan Fishing License to fish these waters legally.