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Notable lake · Gogebic, Michigan

Ross Lake

Ross Lake is a lake in Gogebic, Michigan.

Ross Lake: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Ross Lake

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Ross Lake — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 46.26040, -89.36293. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Ross Lake full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for Ross Lake yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Ross Lake?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Ross Lake?

    Nearby: Clark Lake (lake, 6 km), Clark Lake (lake, 6 km), Belle Island (lake, 10 km), Sylvania Wilderness (sanctuary, 10 km), Mamie Lake (lake, 10 km), Loon Lake (lake, 10 km).

    Is Ross Lake worth visiting?

    Ross Lake is listed as a notable lake in Michigan on Spotwander.