Coast Guard restricts vessel movement in Ludington Harbor, Ludington MI


The Coast Guard has activated a navigation area that limits boat movement in Ludington Harbor and nearby waters due to heavy traffic.
Audio|Source: Straits Area Marine Radio
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traffic congestion, the Coast Guard has activated the regulated navigation area covering all navigable waters of Ludington Harbor Ship Canal and Pier Market Lake as well as navigable waters of Lake Michigan within 1,000 yards of
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from the port and starboard side of any vessel greater than 100 feet in length transiting through the regulated navigation area. Per 46 U.S.D. 7036[1], violators may be fined up to $117,000 for each violation among the other civil and or criminal penalties. This took effect Friday, August 29th, 2025.
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46 U.S.D. 7036: Violation of regulated navigation area; civil/criminal penalties may apply
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Ludington, MI 49431
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