Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:25 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 15
local timeNew Moon (2% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp
| Location | South Arm Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Charlevoix |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.4/5 (15 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 45.191349, -85.149460 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Charlevoix County |
Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Charlevoix in South Arm Township, Michigan at coordinates 45.19135, -85.14946. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR). Rated 4.4/5 based on 15 Google reviews.
Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on Lake Charlevoix in South Arm Township, Charlevoix 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, docks / piers: 1, restrooms: 1 toilet. 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 South Arm Township • public launch in Charlevoix County • fishing access on Lake Charlevoix • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Launch Lanes | 1 |
|---|---|
| Docks / Piers | 1 |
| Restrooms | 1 toilet |
| Trailer Parking | 35 spaces |
| Managed By | DNR-PRD |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp
Is Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in South Arm Township, Michigan.
How is Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp rated?
Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp has a 4.4 out of 5 rating based on 15 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp access?
Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Lake Charlevoix in South Arm Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp?
Dutchmans Bay Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 45.191349, -85.149460 in South Arm 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 4.9 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.