Boat Ramp Guide
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Boat Ramps on Manistee River

Manistee River has 37 public boat ramps in Michigan. 10 have concrete ramps. 35 have parking available.

37
Ramps
35
Parking
Manistee River, Michigan
Photo: Mike Stockton via Google Maps

Water Level

Live gauge data, 30-day chart, and how levels affect ramp access

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Weather Conditions

About Manistee River

Manistee River is a river in Michigan with 37 public boat ramps. Ramp surfaces include 10 paved concrete ramps suitable for larger motorized vessels, 24 carry-in launches for kayaks and canoes. 35 have designated parking (29 with trailer parking). Ramps are managed by DNR-FRD, DNR-PRD, Municipal, and others. Live water level data is available from 2 USGS gauges near Manistee River. Check current conditions before launching, as water levels can affect ramp accessibility.

Ramp Locations ยท 37 on Manistee River

Carry-in
canoekayak

3 Mile Bend

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 10 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Carry-in
canoekayak

4 Mile Bend

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 10 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Concrete
motorboat

Baxter Bridge

MI

1 lane ๐Ÿ…ฟ 8 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Concrete
motorboat

Bridge Street

MI

1 lane

Michigan DNR

Carry-in
canoekayak

Burnt Cabin

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 8 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Carry-in
canoekayak

CCC Bridge SFCG

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 10 spaces

Michigan DNR

Concrete
motorboat

Harvey River

MI

1 lane ๐Ÿ…ฟ 4 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Carry-in
canoekayak

Hole in the Fence

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 10 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Carry-in
canoekayak

Hole in the Wall

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 5 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Carry-in
canoekayak

Loggers Landing

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 5 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Concrete
motorboat

Lucas Road

MI

1 lane ๐Ÿ…ฟ 8 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Carry-in
canoekayak

Old US-131 SFCG

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 2 spaces

Michigan DNR

Concrete
motorboat

Rainbow Jim Bridge

MI

1 lane ๐Ÿ…ฟ 40 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Carry-in
canoekayak

Sand Banks

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 42 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Concrete
motorboat

Smithville

MI

1 lane ๐Ÿ…ฟ 23 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Carry-in
canoekayak

Tin Can

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 7 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Concrete
motorboatcanoekayak

Tippy Dam

MI

1 lane ๐Ÿ…ฟ 220 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Concrete
motorboat

US-131 Roadside Park

MI

1 lane ๐Ÿ…ฟ 10 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Carry-in
canoekayak

West Sharon Road

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 11 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

Carry-in
canoekayak

Yellow Trees Landing

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 5 spaces Trailers OK

Michigan DNR

canoekayak

M-72

MI

0 ๐Ÿ…ฟ 12 spaces

Michigan DNR

motorboat

First Street Ramp

MI

Michigan DNR

Things to Do

Hiking Camping Fishing Boating Picnicking Swimming Birding Canoeing Kayaking Motor Boat Non-Motorized Boating Paddling Photography Recreational Vehicles Wildlife Viewing

Planning Your Visit

Based on the ramp facilities available, Manistee River is well-suited for canoe, kayak, motorboat. Recreation activities in the area include Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, Picnicking, Swimming, Birding, Canoeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many boat ramps are on Manistee River?
Manistee River has 37 public boat ramps .

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