Lake Access Magazine

08/11/2026

🐾The Dog Days of August have officially gone to the dogs! 🐾
📸 DOG DAZE CHALLENGE: Show us how YOUR Laker Dog spends its time at the Lake! Send to Lake-Access.com/submit for best chances of making the "Laker Dog Roll of Honor." or in the comments and tell us your dog's name + your lake.

You never know… your furry First Mate might just find their way into Lake Access Magazine!
Denny the Day Tripper has been out walking the shoreline, and one thing is clear: lake life is better with a four-legged First Mate. 🐶⚓

From morning walks along the water and dockside greetings to pontoon rides, swimming, floating and just keeping an eye on the lake, our Laker Dogs know how to squeeze every last drop out of summer.

And sometimes the best part of the walk isn't the exercise—it's meeting the dogs, kids, families and Lakers who make our lake communities special.
Dog Daze at the Lake — where every dog deserves a little dock time. 🐾🌊☀️

08/10/2026

Working on the Next Edition. Send your Photo's Memories or Stories and become apart of the Lake Access Story. Comment-PM or for Best Chances to be included go to Lake-Access.com/submit

08/05/2026

What was going on at the Boat Ramp on Coldwater Lake Today?

07/30/2026

Don’t miss your chance to pick up your copy of Lake Access Magazine for 50% off on the site with code JULY4! 🎉 The sale is live through midnight tomorrow, July 31st!

Happy Independence Day week! 🥳

Now through the entire month of July, we're celebrating the 250th Fourth of July with some of our biggest deals of the year:

⭐ 50% OFF all 2026 Lake Access Magazines with code JULY4

💳 NEW! Get the 2026 + 2027 Laker Savings Cards together for just $35. Your 2026 card ships now, and your 2027 card will arrive as soon as it's printed next year.

🎉 Need an extra card for a friend, spouse, or lake house? Grab 2 of our 2026 Laker Savings Cards for just $35 and save $15!

Whether you're discovering new lakes, supporting local businesses, or planning your next adventure, now's a great time to stock up. Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

07/27/2026

This weekend’s Antique Boat & Car Show at Lake James was a success! 🙌 Thank you to our viewers who shared photos with us—it’s certainly an event folks won’t want to miss next time around! 🚤

07/26/2026

👀 Who took photos at the Lake James Antique Boat & Car show yesterday? Let’s see ‘em!

07/24/2026

TWO Great Things at Coldwater Lake Association
1. Food Truck Friday till 7PM
2. Limited Copies of Lake Access Magazine! Courtesy of Coldwater Country Tourism...Say Hello to Stephanie!

07/23/2026

If you’re heading to the Lake James Antique Boat & Car Show this Saturday, July 25th, be sure to stop by and say hello to Dennis! 👋🚤

He’ll have a limited supply of FREE 2026 Lake Access Magazines on hand to give away while they last!

We absolutely love getting the chance to meet our readers in person, hear your lake stories, and put a magazine directly into the hands of the people who make this community so special. Whether you’ve been with us for years or are picking up your very first copy, we’d love to see you.

Come grab your free magazine, say hi, and enjoy a fantastic day celebrating everything we love about lake life.

See you at Lake James! 🌊☀️

07/19/2026

Is there anything like soaking up some sun on the water and being lulled to sleep on the boat? 🥰 How are you and your family enjoying the weekend?

📷 - Sandy Fischer, Coldwater Lake, MI

07/14/2026

The Firecraker Appetizer is Great! YUM

‼️BIG ANOUNCMENT‼️

After years of planning and construction, we are absolutely thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of Zinger’s Bar & Grille at Adventure Zone this Friday, July 17th!

We are no longer just a fun park, we are now also a full-scale dining destination, featuring an incredible new menu of premium smash burgers, stone-fired pizzas, and classic wings with something for everyone to love!

Want an early taste? You don’t have to wait until Friday! Our kitchen is officially open for service this week while we ramp up operations. Swing by today, Wednesday, or Thursday to skip the weekend rush and be among the first to try the new menu.

Bring the family, come hungry, and help us celebrate this exciting new era of food and fun in Coldwater!

(Note: Our kitchen is 100% fired up for food; our state liquor license is in the final stages of approval and adult beverages will be added soon! *Pending approval)