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Russell Island
Russell Island sits in the St. Clair River between Algonac, Michigan and Walpole Island, Ontario — a small private island where you anchor off and take in the busy river traffic moving through this international waterway. The setting feels surprisingly tucked-away given how active the shipping channel is. It's a great base for exploring the area by kayak or paddleboard, with the Algonac DNR launch nearby if you're looking to stretch your legs onshore.
Marinas and anchorages near Russell Island · times are dock to dock
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Popular Times
How full it gets, by local hour — tallest when the most boats are here.
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- Busiest on Saturdays and Sundays
- Fullest around 19:00, emptiest around 11:00
- Half the boats arrive by 15:00
- 73% of visits are overnight
- Typical day stop: ~3h · max recorded 8 boats
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