What is the difference between lake rights and dock rights?

Lake rights refer to a property owner's legal entitlement to access and use a lake, including activities like swimming, fishing, or boating. Dock rights, on the other hand, specifically pertain to the permission to construct or maintain a dock or pier on the lake, allowing for the mooring of boats. While lake rights provide general access to the water, dock rights grant specific privileges related to infrastructure for watercraft. The two can exist independently; a property may have lake rights without dock rights, and vice versa.