Marine Batteries Shipped to Houghton Lake, MI
Houghton Lake is Michigan’s largest inland lake, at about 20,000 acres, and it is a classic up-north lake town for summer cabins, pontoons and ice fishing.
Boaters in Houghton Lake order from us online and we ship to them. Every lithium battery over $150 and every lead-acid or AGM battery ships free by curbside freight anywhere in the lower 48 states, and parts and chargers ship free on orders of $150 or more.
The water around Houghton Lake
The lake is shallow, with an average depth well under 10 feet, so it warms quickly in summer and freezes solid in winter. Higgins Lake, a deep, clear lake, is just to the west, and the Muskegon River flows out of Houghton Lake toward Lake Michigan. Public launches and marinas ring the shore.
Because the lake is shallow, wind can build short, steep waves, so keep batteries strapped down.
Fishing near Houghton Lake
Walleye, pike, bass and panfish are the main fish, and ice anglers set up shanties in winter. The town’s Tip-Up Town USA festival celebrates ice fishing every January.
Choosing the right battery
Pontoons and tritoons
A pontoon spends more time idling and anchored than running, so the engine has little chance to recharge the battery. Plugging in a charger after every trip, or switching to lithium with its faster charge acceptance, keeps a pontoon ready for the next evening cruise around Higgins Lake.
Multi-species boats
In cold weather around Houghton Lake, lithium batteries with internal heating, like the Dakota Lithium DL+ 135Ah or many EPOCH models, warm themselves before charging so they can be charged safely on a cold morning. Standard lithium should not be charged below freezing.
Bass boats and tournament rigs
For tournament anglers fishing Higgins Lake, battery choice comes down to runtime and weight. A 36V lithium battery replaces three heavy lead-acid batteries, and a dedicated 12V lithium for electronics keeps sonar screens bright all day. Don’t forget the charger: lithium batteries need a charger with a lithium profile.
Seasons and storage
Pontoons and fishing boats with trolling motors need deep-cycle batteries, and a starting battery that’s kept separate.
Upper Midwest lakes freeze solid in winter, and boats are stored from fall to spring. Charge batteries before storage, and remove them or keep them on a maintainer. For early and late season fishing, heated lithium batteries can be charged in cold weather.
The open-water season is short, so anglers fish hard when they can. Lithium batteries give steady trolling motor power all day and recharge quickly.
How shipping to Houghton Lake works
- Free lithium freight: lithium batteries over $150 ship free, curbside, to the lower 48.
- Parts and chargers: free shipping when your cart subtotal is $150 or more.
- Lead-acid and AGM: free curbside truck freight to the lower 48, the same as lithium.
- Scheduling: the carrier calls the delivery phone number you give at checkout to set a delivery window. An adult needs to be there to inspect and sign.
In-stock batteries for Houghton Lake boats
A few batteries that suit the boats we see from Houghton Lake. Click through for current price and specs.
- Dakota Lithium DL+ 12V 60Ah Dual Purpose, 1000 CCA LiFePO4 Battery (12V 60Ah LiFePO4, 1000 CCA, Group 24 footprint, 16.5 lb)
- Lithium Rhino 24V 100Ah Marine LiFePO4 IP67 Conversion Kit (24V 100Ah LiFePO4)
- EPOCH 24V 60Ah Pro Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.54kWh) (24V 60Ah LiFePO4, Group 27 footprint, 30 lb, internal heating for cold charging)
- Interstate 27M-AGM-A 12V Group 27M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 750 CCA (12V 90Ah AGM, 750 CCA, Group 27M footprint)
- EPOCH 36V 50Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.92kWh) (36V 50Ah LiFePO4, Group 31 footprint, 35 lb, internal heating for cold charging)
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Dakota Lithium
Dakota Lithium DL+ 12V 60Ah Dual Purpose, 1000 CCA LiFePO4 Battery
$599.00or 4 interest-free payments of $149.75
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Lithium Rhino
Lithium Rhino 24V 100Ah Marine LiFePO4 IP67 Conversion Kit
$1,299.00or 4 interest-free payments of $324.75
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EPOCH
EPOCH 24V 60Ah Pro Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.54kWh)
$699.00or 4 interest-free payments of $174.75
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Interstate
Interstate 27M-AGM-A 12V Group 27M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 750 CCA
$279.95or 4 interest-free payments of $69.99
Houghton Lake shipping FAQ
How should I store my battery over a Michigan winter?
Charge it fully first. Lead-acid and AGM batteries should stay on a maintainer or be topped up every month or two, because a discharged lead-acid battery can freeze and crack. Lithium batteries hold their charge for months; store them around half to full charge, with the battery switch off, somewhere they won’t be charged below freezing.
Do you have a store or installer in Houghton Lake?
No. We ship to Houghton Lake from our store. Professional installation is a flat $99 per battery ($249 for a 24V or 36V lithium bank) anywhere from Venice to Gainesville, with no travel charge.
Can you ship to my marina?
We can ship to most addresses, but marinas with restricted access or no way to receive freight may cost extra or need special arrangements. A home or business address is usually easiest. Contact us before you order if you want to ship to a marina.
Do chargers and accessories ship free?
Chargers, accessories and lithium batteries of $150 or less ship free when your cart subtotal is $150 or more. Otherwise a flat shipping rate applies, shown at checkout.
Other Michigan shipping locations
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