Live Water Conditions on Manistee River
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 04126970 — BOARDMAN R ABOVE BROWN BRIDGE ROAD NR MAYFIELD, MI · 11.6 mi from Manistee River
Launch Light & Moon — June 19
local timeWaxing Crescent (18% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: 4 Mile Bend
| Location | Oliver township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Manistee River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 44.606282, -85.004698 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Kalkaska |
4 Mile Bend is a public boat launch providing access to Manistee River in Oliver township, Michigan at coordinates 44.60628, -85.00470. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
4 Mile Bend is a public boat launch on Manistee River in Oliver township, Kalkaska County, Michigan. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. Facility details on record include launch type: Carry-In, trailer parking: 4 spaces, managed by: DNR-FRD. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Oliver township • public launch in Kalkaska • fishing access on Manistee River • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Launch Type | Carry-In |
|---|---|
| Trailer Parking | 4 spaces |
| Managed By | DNR-FRD |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 4 Mile Bend
Is 4 Mile Bend free to use?
Yes, 4 Mile Bend is a public boat launch with free access in Oliver township, Michigan.
What water does 4 Mile Bend access?
4 Mile Bend provides boat launch access to Manistee River in Oliver township, Michigan.
How do I get to 4 Mile Bend?
4 Mile Bend is located at coordinates 44.606282, -85.004698 in Oliver township, Michigan. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 5.5 mi of 4 Mile Bend, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.