Dixon Lake Boat Launch
About
Dixon Lake Boat Launch is a boat launch on Dixon Lake in northern Michigan, about 3 miles from the town of Gaylord. The warmest stretch runs from June through August, when typical averages from a nearby weather station at Gaylord's airport reach highs in the mid-70s, peaking around 78°F in July with lows in the 50s. Winters are cold, with January highs averaging about 25°F. The surrounding area is well known for cross-country skiing, with the North River Trail and South River Trail each just under 3 miles away and the Herringbone Trail about 3 miles out. For an overnight stay, the Lost Valley Bible Camp and Retreat Center sits roughly 9 miles away.
Location
Gaylord
Michigan
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Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: May–Sep. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 65–78°F and lows of 42–55°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Gaylord Otsego Co Ap, MI weather station, 3.6 mi away. High / low in °F.
- Jan25° high11° low
- Feb27° high10° low
- Mar37° high18° low
- Apr51° high30° low
- May65° high42° low
- Jun74° high51° low
- Jul78° high55° low
- Aug76° high53° low
- Sep68° high47° low
- Oct55° high37° low
- Nov41° high27° low
- Dec30° high18° low
Nearby
- North River TrailCross-country skiing2.8 mi
- South River TrailCross-country skiing2.9 mi
- Herringbone TrailCross-country skiing3 mi
- Nordic TrailCross-country skiing3.3 mi
- West Ridge TrailCross-country skiing3.3 mi
- North Lake TrailCross-country skiing3.3 mi
- Maple Ridge TrailCross-country skiing3.4 mi
- Lost Valley Bible Camp and Retreat CenterCamping9.2 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
Map and trail data © OpenStreetMap contributors
