Rented a Pontoon from MK Marine for a day on Torch Lake. Had a positive experience with MK Marine…read moreoverall. Would rent from them again. The great: the Pontoon we rented was new and pristine, the staff was very helpful and courteous, the setup they have is nice (they put the boat in the river for you, they bring the boat to your car after to unload, they have a nice changing room, bathroom was good, etc.). The not so good (as it relates to your experience as a boater): going through the Torch River to get to the lake itself. For experienced folks this probably is not a big deal but for beginners (like myself) it was white knuckle in and out with some narrow spots and traffic. If you knick the prop you have to buy them a new one. I was so nervous and didn't want to knick it I had it up higher than most. This makes the boat harder to steer and makes the river that much harder to navigate. They should consider offering prop insurance prior and that way you boat stress free! Once you get on Torch this is a non issue because the lake is huge and you can see the shallow spots with ease. Side Note: when coming back you'll have to u turn to dock and get gas from MK on the river (if you need some). Watch out for a sunken dock/bridge/rock hazard next to the dock on left prior to your u turn! Only a white floating log marks this treachery and you won't know it is to be avoided until almost the last minute.

My boyfriend and I are from way out of town and rented a boat from M&K for Torch Lake. The staff…read morewas friendly, thorough, and helpful. The boat launch process was quick and easy with their help, as well as recovering the boat at the end of our rental. The lake was gorgeous and the weather was perfect. If you are looking to rent a boat for exploring the lake, M&K is the place to go! I'd like to come back to Torch, and when I do, I will definitely be renting from here again!

Rented a pontoon and jet ski about a month in advance for 8/26/23. Sean was friendly and…read moreinformative about the rentals with the weather after the storm we had. Our pontoon rental was for 9:30 am and jet skis were for 10:30 am and we were able to work around this and have them both delivered at 9:30 am. We were met at Clam Lake to go over the details of the pontoon and jet ski and how to work them. It took about 30 minutes to review the boat and jet ski details. Steve and Bob were gentleman who assisted us to load into the lake. We stayed on Torch Lake for 8 hours from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm and came back and unloaded. The process was very easy and quick.

Capt. Josh is the best sailor in the game. He'll chase that sunset and you'll leave feeling on top…read moreof the world.

Our cruise with Sunshine Charters was a highlight during a late summer trip up north…read more We booked a late morning cruise, and boarded the yacht with the friendliest crew before heading to Lake Charlevoix. They unfurled the sailed and we enjoyed the sunny and breezy day before heading over to Lake Michigan, passing under the drawbridge as we went. Lake Michigan was choppy, but I never felt uncomfortable being out on the sailing yacht throughout. Bathrooms were clean, cold (non-alcoholic) drinks were a-plenty, and there was even a fun space for kiddo to make a fort with the cushions to stay amused. Would highly recommend booking a trip if you get the chance!

Do NOT rent here. We are experienced boaters and had a terrifying experience with their pontoon…read morerental. The boat's engine failed on the water, leaving us drifting into a rocky shoreline in dangerous, choppy conditions. Neighbors ran down to help, children were crying, and several people were injured. The company told us not to call the Coast Guard (others did anyway) and promised help--but instead sent two men in a truck who could only take three people, stranding the rest of us with small children and no keys or phones. When we finally got back, the owner was rude, blamed us, insisted his boats never fail, and tried to charge us the full rental plus $2,000 for damages--on the boat that had broken down. Check the Google reviews before booking--this isn't the first time this has happened. Spend your money elsewhere.

Awesome boat rental business! Nice college kids helping run things and they were sharp! Knew all…read morethe pertinent info needed for boat operating. I wish I knew the one gal's who who helped us (tall, blond) because she was great. We had a wonderful time on the lake! Boat was beautiful and rode like a boating dream. We went back and forth on the tube and ended up taking it. So glad we did because my boys had an absolute blast, I highly recommend this business!

The most beautiful lake in the world. Torch Lake is the place to be!!! Crystal clear water that…read moregoes as far as the eye can see. Perfect for boats (sailboats included!), jet-skis, and swimmers. There's plenty of open water, as well as a sandbar for those looking for a more typical beach-vibe that has places to buy food and drinks. There's also convenient places to gas up boats located right on the lake. Truly, this lake is amazing. It can be a little chilly, which is to be expected. It's all natural! Of course the water will be cold from time to time :)

Torch Lake is well known in Michigan as being one of the most beautiful lakes in the state. It's…read morealso known for the massive sand bar that people flock to during summer holidays and weekends to party. My boyfriend and I are lucky to have friends whose parents live nearby and have a boat, so we went up for Fourth of July weekend. The lake is 19 miles long and is nearly 300 feet deep at its deepest point. The water is crystal clear and you can see many shades of blue ranging from bright turquoise to deep midnight - it's so beautiful! One of my favorite parts of being on the lake was checking out all the amazing homes. There are some stunning "cottages," that's for sure! We went over towards the notorious sandbar area to check it out from afar. It's definitely a sight to see with tons of boats and people everywhere! Lots of music and drinking. We even saw a float plane zooming around which was wild. We stayed a safe distance away and my old body got tired just watching the revelry! I'm definitely too old for those shenanigans but it was interesting to see. I hope I can come back to Torch Lake again in the future! If you get a chance to rent a boat or go out on this beautiful lake, I highly recommend it.

Rachel at the front desk is super friendly, very informative, & has a great personality that makes…read moreus as customers feel like she genuinely cares about our safety & that we enjoy ourselves. Thank you for all staff that helped us today 8-19-22

We had a fantastic experience from beginning to end with our boat rental! We planned to have a…read moreboating day during our visit to Traverse City and we were told that Torch Lake was awesome so we decided to rent here. We called a few times prior to booking wth questions, everyone was helpful and friendly. The place was easy to find and we were checked in, paid up and on the water quickly. Instructions for driving the boat and navigating the waterways were thorough. The boat was brand new, nice and clean! Better than some rentals for sure. The best part was that there was some rain in the forecast so they kept our phone number handy and contacted us when the radar started to show inclement weather. Anyone looking for a rental in this area- Please look them up!

Probably the most disorganized, dirty and unresponsive boat launch service and boat storage company…read moreyou can find on Torch Lake. The place looks like a junk yard and treats your nice boat carelessly. Policies change without notice.

Worst customer service I have ever experienced. I had DJ rebuild my motor over the winter. He added…read moresome fuel filtration after market system to my boat without my consent along with telling me i needed a new battery and starter which both were brand new when it was dropped off. I ran 2 tanks of gas through the new motor and had a fuel problem. I took the boat into them and after 15 days I called and asked the progress of my boat. The women answering the phone was very rude when speaking to her. Two minutes after ending that call I was called back by DJ and told to come get my *bleeping* boat and they were not going to be working on my boat and told me he wasnt going to tolerate me abusing his employees. Only take your boat there if you like being feed lies and being made to feel like a bother being a paying customer

loved my trip! Offered beverages! And caught some great fish! great stories, Deven was great with…read morethe kids!

We had a blast on Torch Lake Fishing. We got very lucky with the weather and fish. For us, it was a…read moretrip of a lifetime! The lake and water are beautiful. It was a perfect day. We highly recommend this experience! Very fun! Sean does a great job!

We had a great time at Northaire! There is a large shared fire pit, the folks in the other cabins…read morehelped us start a great fire and we welcomed them to join us for s'mores. I have never been Kayaking but had a blast trying it out. There was no charge to use the kayaks. Our cabin was rustic but very clean and there were plenty of pans and dishware for cooking. I have found my "go to" place to stay in Michigan.

I put a $100 deposit down to rent a boat on July 6th, 2025. My husband was admitted to the…read morehospital on July 1st and when I called to cancel, I was told he would handle the refund. Well, they refuse to refund the deposit AND it rained like cats and dogs all day that day as well! OMG I looked at their website and it says they will only refund for weather if weather is LIFE THREATING!!! Are you kidding me? Nobody was out on the water that day. This place SUCKS. DO NOT GO HERE!!!!!!

Great Lake fun for everyone. Not super packed and great for water skiing and tubing. Lots of good…read morefishing out here as well.

One of the things I hate most about the breakup with the ex is not getting to go visit his family's…read morelake cabins on Lake Bellaire. When I used to come up here I would be so surprised that the lake bottom was sandy and that the water was clear. What a shocker right?? This lake is the perfect size. It's small enough that as a good swimmer you can swim across it, but large enough that you can take out the ski boat and ski, pontoon boat and relax, or sail on the catamaran. Being part of the Chain of Lakes means that it's connected, through a series of rivers, to multiple other lakes so you can spend the day boating through nature areas and rivers to gain access to other local lakes. You can also boat your way over to the Dockside, park, and hang out on the porch. The other great thing about this lake is that it is located next to some really cute little towns like Bellaire and Alden. Day trips out to Traverse City (the only large city around) take about 45 minutes and Charlevoix is close as well. For a slightly longer trip away, about 2 1/2 hours, you could go to Mackinac Island which is an island filled with historic houses and no cars, only horse and buggies are allowed (in the summer at least). Finally, my favorite thing about Lake Bellaire is the fact that the majority of lake cabins are truly cabins, not monstrosities of the like that line the shores of southern lakes. You really feel like you are going back in time and that there is nothing better than a day at the lake minus tv and outside influences.