Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:08 PM
- Water level
- 1.02 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 Bad River - South Branch
Updated 9 hr agoSource: USGS station 04145000 — SHIAWASSEE RIVER NEAR FERGUS, MI · 3.5 mi from Bad River - South Branch
Launch Light & Moon — July 23
local timeFirst Quarter (68% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: DNR Field Office Boat Launch
| Location | Saint Charles Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Bad River - South Branch |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 43.299714, -84.140402 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Saginaw County |
DNR Field Office Boat Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Bad River - South Branch in Saint Charles Township, Michigan at coordinates 43.29971, -84.14040. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
DNR Field Office Boat Launch is a public boat launch on Bad River - South Branch in Saint Charles Township, Saginaw 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 lanes: 1, trailer parking: 15 spaces, managed by: DNR-WLD. 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 Saint Charles Township • public launch in Saginaw County • fishing access on Bad River - South Branch • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
|---|---|
| Trailer Parking | 15 spaces |
| Managed By | DNR-WLD |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About DNR Field Office Boat Launch
Is DNR Field Office Boat Launch free to use?
Yes, DNR Field Office Boat Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Saint Charles Township, Michigan.
What water does DNR Field Office Boat Launch access?
DNR Field Office Boat Launch provides boat launch access to Bad River - South Branch in Saint Charles Township, Michigan.
How do I get to DNR Field Office Boat Launch?
DNR Field Office Boat Launch is located at coordinates 43.299714, -84.140402 in Saint Charles 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
6 additional boat launches are located within 9.1 mi of DNR Field Office Boat Launch, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.