City Boat Launch
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:34 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — July 27
local timeFull Moon (96% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: City Boat Launch
| Location | Houghton city, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Portage Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.5/5 (10 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 47.122286, -88.575387 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Houghton |
City Boat Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Portage Lake in Houghton city, Michigan at coordinates 47.12229, -88.57539. Rated 4.5/5 based on 10 Google reviews.
City Boat Launch is a public boat launch on Portage Lake in Houghton city, Houghton 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 City Boat Launch
Is City Boat Launch free to use?
Yes, City Boat Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Houghton city, Michigan.
How is City Boat Launch rated?
City Boat Launch has a 4.5 out of 5 rating based on 10 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does City Boat Launch access?
City Boat Launch provides boat launch access to Portage Lake in Houghton city, Michigan.
How do I get to City Boat Launch?
City Boat Launch is located at coordinates 47.122286, -88.575387 in Houghton city, 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 City Boat Launch includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.1 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.