Bruin Lake, 136 Acres, Washtenaw County boat launch
Bruin Lake, 136 Acres, Washtenaw County
The width of the boat ramp is not specified, but it is designed to accommodate most types of watercraft. The lake is open to a variety of boats, including canoes, kayaks, motorboats, fishing boats, and pontoon boats. However, there may be restrictions on the size and horsepower of the motorboats allowed on the lake.
Bruin Lake is part of the Pinckney State Recreation Area, which offers a range of outdoor recreational activities, including fishing, boating, camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. The lake is stocked with a variety of fish, including largemouth bass, bluegill, and northern pike.
To ensure accuracy, it is recommended to check the latest information available from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources or Pinckney State Recreation Area before visiting Bruin Lake boat ramp.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Bruin Lake, 136 Acres, Washtenaw County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek Near Dexter | 50 cfs | → |
| Huron River Near Hamburg | 225 cfs | → |
| River Raisin Near Manchester | 17 cfs | → |
| Huron River At Ann Arbor | 435 cfs | → |
| Huron River Near New Hudson | 105 cfs | → |
| Red Cedar River Near Williamston | 86 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Bruin Lake, 136 Acres, Washtenaw County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Bruin Lake, 136 Acres, Washtenaw County
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Bruin Lake, 136 Acres, Washtenaw County.