Beginning April 1, 2026, the City of Marquette will require all boaters to obtain a launch permit to launch a boat at either Cinder Pond or Presque Isle Marinas.
Seasonal launch permits are now available for purchase at Lakeview Arena Parks & Recreation office, located at 401 E. Fair Avenue, the City of Marquette’s Treasurer’s office located at 300 W. Baraga Avenue. Seasonal launch permits will also be available at Cinder Pond Marina office beginning May 4, 2026. The cost is $80.00 per seasonal launch permit, and $20.00 for an additional launch permit (restrictions apply).
Daily launch permits are $8.00 and are available in the red launch boxes located at Cinder Pond and Presque Isle Marinas.
