Otsego Lake State Park
Otsego Lake State Park is a public state park in Michigan near Gaylord in Otsego County. Spanning 62 acres and established in 1920, this park offers a peaceful retreat into nature for visitors of all ages.
Quick Facts
| State | Michigan |
| Nearest City | Gaylord |
| County | Otsego |
| Park Size | 62 acres |
| Established | 1920 |
| Google Rating | ⭐ 4.3/5 (600 reviews) |
| Accessibility | Offers accessible Swimming. Accessible There is a popular two-lane, paved boating access site on Otsego Lake in the day-use area. Parking is available adjacent to the ramp on a first-come, first-served basis and often fills up early in the day. This is one of only two public access sites on Otsego Lake. available. Accessible There is a universally accessible fishing pier, open seasonally, located near the boating access site in the day-use area. available. Accessible available. Accessible The picnic area is in the day-use area on Otsego Lake and includes picnic tables and charcoal grills that are available first come, first served. available. Accessible The Beach Picnic Shelter is adjacent to the beach in the day-use area on Otsego Lake and comfortably seats 50-75 people. The shelter offers a beautiful lake view, and there are picnic tables, a large charcoal grill, electrical outlets and vehicle access. Restrooms are located adjacent to the shelter in the beach building. The Point Picnic Shelter is located in the day-use picnic area and seats up to 40 people. The shelter has picnic tables and a small grill. There is no electricity, and vehicle access is only available in the nearby parking lot 150 feet away via an accessible pathway. Restrooms are located in the beach building 200 feet away. Shelter reservations can be made 12 months in advance at MIDNRReservations.com or by calling 1-800-447-2757. available. Accessible Vault toilets are located in the day-use area near the boat launch. available. Accessible Enjoy half a mile of sandy shoreline along Otsego Lake. An accessible pathway leads to both swimming areas in the park, and a beach wheelchair is available upon request. available. |
Location & Getting There
Otsego Lake State Park is located near Gaylord, Michigan. The park’s coordinates are 44.9327, -84.6888.
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