DNR Boat Launch
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:14 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 (87% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: DNR Boat Launch
| Location | Merrill township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | East Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.1/5 (7 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 43.709864, -85.871924 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Newaygo |
DNR Boat Launch is a public boat launch providing access to East Lake in Merrill township, Michigan at coordinates 43.70986, -85.87192. Rated 4.1/5 based on 7 Google reviews.
DNR Boat Launch is a public boat launch on East Lake in Merrill township, Newaygo 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 DNR Boat Launch
Is DNR Boat Launch free to use?
Yes, DNR Boat Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Merrill township, Michigan.
How is DNR Boat Launch rated?
DNR Boat Launch has a 4.1 out of 5 rating based on 7 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does DNR Boat Launch access?
DNR Boat Launch provides boat launch access to East Lake in Merrill township, Michigan.
How do I get to DNR Boat Launch?
DNR Boat Launch is located at coordinates 43.709864, -85.871924 in Merrill 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 DNR Boat Launch includes 6 other public boat ramps within 8.0 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.