Lake Lodge Near Twin Lakes in Lewiston, MI

Timbertown Lodge sits within walking distance of two of Lewiston's centerpiece lakes:

• East Twin Lake: clean, clear water known for swimming, boating, and fishing; public beach and boat access on the north end
• West Twin Lake: paired with East Twin, also clean and excellent for swimming, fishing, and pontoon rides

Beyond the Twin Lakes, Otsego Lake State Park sits 22 miles west with a half-mile sandy beach and full boat launch, and several smaller lakes in the Lewiston and Atlanta area round out the options for a multi-day trip.

Yes. The East Twin Lake Public Beach (sometimes called Lewiston Beach) sits on the north end of East Twin Lake, within walking distance of Timbertown Lodge. The Township park includes:

• Public swimming beach
• Playground equipment
• Restrooms
• Picnic facilities
• Public access launch for canoes and kayaks (non-motorized)

The motorized boat launch was moved to Twin Lakes Marina out of swimmer-safety concerns, so the beach area stays family-friendly.

Twin Lakes Marina at 2460 Fleming Rd, Lewiston, MI handles boat rentals for the Twin Lakes. The marina is family-owned and operated since 1962, and rents:

• Kayaks
• Paddleboats
• Pontoon boats

Hours are Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm, Saturday 8 am to 3 pm, closed Sunday. Phone: (989) 786-2711. The marina is roughly 1 mile from the lodge.

Yes. Twin Lakes Marina is 1 mile from Timbertown Lodge, a short drive or bike ride. The marina is the main public boat ramp for East Twin Lake and the rental source for kayaks, paddleboats, and pontoons. It's the easiest way to get any group on the water within fifteen minutes of leaving the lodge.

Yes. Groups bringing personal boats can launch from Twin Lakes Marina (1 mile from the lodge) for trailerable craft, or from the East Twin Lake Public Beach for non-motorized craft like canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. The lodge's large trailer-friendly parking lot handles boats on trailers easily, with plenty of room for trucks and multiple trailers parked side by side. See the Accommodations page for parking details.

Yes. Both East Twin and West Twin Lakes are noted for clear water and clean swimming conditions. East Twin has a designated public swimming beach with sand entry and shallow water for kids. West Twin is also clean and suitable for swimming, though access is mostly through lake-front properties and resorts. The lakes warm up by mid-June and stay swimmable through late August in most years. Lifeguards are not on duty at the public beach, so families should supervise children at the water.

Otsego Lake State Park sits 22 miles west of Timbertown Lodge in Gaylord and is worth a day trip for groups wanting a different water setting. The park includes:

• Half-mile sandy beach
• Concrete two-lane boat launch
• 155 campsites
• Accessible fishing pier and quarter-mile pathway
• Boat rentals (kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards)
• Picnic area with tables and grills

Otsego Lake State Park is open April through November and requires a Michigan Recreation Passport for entry. See the Otsego Lake State Park page for current status (the campground may have phased closures for infrastructure updates).

Yes. Twin Lakes Marina rents pontoons that hold 8 to 12 people, which makes group lake days easy to coordinate. Groups can split into two or three pontoons for everyone on the water together, or rotate between pontoons, kayaks, and shore activities. East Twin Lake's public beach handles family-sized picnics with grills and picnic tables, and the lake itself is large enough that multiple boats from the same group can spread out without crowding.

The full water-activities season runs roughly mid-May through early October, with peak conditions in June, July, and August:

• Mid-May to early June: water warming, fishing strong, fewer crowds
• June to August (peak): swimming, boating, paddleboarding, water sports
• September to early October: cooler water, quieter lakes, gorgeous fall light
• Winter (December to March): ice fishing replaces open-water activities; see the Fishing page

Twin Lakes Marina opens for the season in late spring and closes for the winter; call ahead in shoulder seasons to confirm rental availability.

Water days at Timbertown pair well with the lodge's on-site entertainment and other Lewiston activities:

• Fishing from the same boats or shore; the Twin Lakes hold walleye, bass, pike, and panfish
• Private 4-lane bowling alley inside the lodge for evening play after a lake day
• Dining at The Lewiston Lodge (lakeside on East Twin) for a meal with a view
• Hiking on nearby trails through Pigeon River Country

See the Fishing page, Bowling page, Dining page, and Hiking and Nature page for details.