Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:21 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 14
local timeNew Moon (0% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Black River
| Location | Geneva Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Black River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 42.374743, -86.207731 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Van Buren County |
Black River is a public boat launch providing access to Black River in Geneva Township, Michigan at coordinates 42.37474, -86.20773. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
Black River is a public boat launch on Black River in Geneva Township, Van Buren 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, managed by: County. 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.
Related: boat ramp near Geneva Township • public launch in Van Buren County • fishing access on Black River • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Launch Type | Carry-In |
|---|---|
| Managed By | County |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black River
Is Black River free to use?
Yes, Black River is a public boat launch with free access in Geneva Township, Michigan.
What water does Black River access?
Black River provides boat launch access to Black River in Geneva Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Black River?
Black River is located at coordinates 42.374743, -86.207731 in Geneva 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
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 9.8 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.