Main boating waters in Michigan
- Lake Michigan, from St. Joseph to Grand Traverse Bay
- Lake St. Clair
- Lake Huron and Saginaw Bay
- Inland lakes such as Houghton Lake and Torch Lake
Busy boating counties include: Macomb, Oakland, Ottawa, Grand Traverse, Charlevoix, Roscommon.
Boating in Michigan by the numbers
Michigan had 795,494 registered recreational boats in 2024, according to the US Coast Guard. The state registers all watercraft except manually propelled boats 16 feet or shorter.
- Michigan has 3,288 miles of Great Lakes coastline, according to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Source
If the boat is registered, have its registration or hull ID number ready when you ask for a quote.
Common removal jobs in Michigan
- Boats left on trailers and stands through several winters
- Boats at cottages that are being sold or cleared out
- Boats left in storage yards and marinas
How jobs in Michigan work
Jobs in Michigan are handled by local removal partners from our network, the same way as in South Florida.
- Send photos and the boat’s location with the quote form, or call us.
- We check whether a local removal partner can take the job.
- You get a quote before anything is booked.
- The removal is done by the local partner.
Abandoned boats in Michigan
Under Michigan Public Act 549 of 2014, abandoning a boat is illegal and the owner is liable for removal costs. The last titled or registered owner is presumed responsible.
General information, not legal advice. Check the current rules with the state or your local authorities.