Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:40 PM)
- Water level
- 0.78 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 Chocolay River
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 04044090 — WHETSTONE BROOK AT ALTAMONT ST AT MARQUETTE, MI · 6.2 mi from Chocolay River
Launch Light & Moon — July 12
local timeWaning Crescent (6% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Chocolay River
| Location | West Branch Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Chocolay River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 46.386291, -87.259703 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Marquette County |
Chocolay River is a public boat launch providing access to Chocolay River in West Branch Township, Michigan at coordinates 46.38629, -87.25970. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
Chocolay River is a public boat launch on Chocolay River in West Branch Township, Marquette 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 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolay River
Is Chocolay River free to use?
Yes, Chocolay River is a public boat launch with free access in West Branch Township, Michigan.
What water does Chocolay River access?
Chocolay River provides boat launch access to Chocolay River in West Branch Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Chocolay River?
Chocolay River is located at coordinates 46.386291, -87.259703 in West Branch 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 Chocolay River includes 6 other public boat ramps within 8.1 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.