Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:17 PM
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — July 25
local timeWaxing Gibbous (83% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Bear Creek
| Location | Springdale Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Bear Creek |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 44.461537, -86.013171 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Manistee County |
Bear Creek is a public boat launch providing access to Bear Creek in Springdale Township, Michigan at coordinates 44.46154, -86.01317. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
Bear Creek is a public boat launch on Bear Creek in Springdale Township, Manistee 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. This page shows 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bear Creek
Is Bear Creek free to use?
Yes, Bear Creek is a public boat launch with free access in Springdale Township, Michigan.
What water does Bear Creek access?
Bear Creek provides boat launch access to Bear Creek in Springdale Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Bear Creek?
Bear Creek is located at coordinates 44.461537, -86.013171 in Springdale 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 Bear Creek includes 6 other public boat ramps within 6.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.