Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:06 PM
- Water level
- 4.11 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Thornapple River
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 04117500 — THORNAPPLE RIVER NEAR HASTINGS, MI · 6.6 mi from Thornapple River
Launch Light & Moon — September 7
local timeWaning Crescent (20% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Airport Road
| Location | Rutland Charter Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Thornapple River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 42.661965, -85.355823 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Barry County |
Airport Road is a public boat launch providing access to Thornapple River in Rutland Charter Township, Michigan at coordinates 42.66197, -85.35582. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
Airport Road is a public boat launch on Thornapple River in Rutland Charter Township, Barry 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, restrooms: 1 toilet, managed by: DNR-PRD. 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 Rutland Charter Township • public launch in Barry County • fishing access on Thornapple River • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Launch Type | Carry-In |
|---|---|
| Restrooms | 1 toilet |
| Managed By | DNR-PRD |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Airport Road
Is Airport Road free to use?
Yes, Airport Road is a public boat launch with free access in Rutland Charter Township, Michigan.
What water does Airport Road access?
Airport Road provides boat launch access to Thornapple River in Rutland Charter Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Airport Road?
Airport Road is located at coordinates 42.661965, -85.355823 in Rutland Charter 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
The area surrounding Airport Road includes 6 other public boat ramps within 5.2 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.