Ford River Boat Launch
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:37 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 12
local timeWaning Crescent (8% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Ford River Boat Launch
| Location | Ford River Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Michigan |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (46 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 45.676617, -87.141123 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Delta County |
Ford River Boat Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Michigan in Ford River Township, Michigan at coordinates 45.67662, -87.14112. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR). Rated 4.7/5 based on 46 Google reviews.
Ford River Boat Launch is a public boat launch on Lake Michigan in Ford River Township, Delta 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: 2, docks / piers: 1, restrooms: 1 toilet. 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.
Related: boat ramp near Ford River Township • public launch in Delta County • fishing access on Lake Michigan • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Launch Lanes | 2 |
|---|---|
| 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 Ford River Boat Launch
Is Ford River Boat Launch free to use?
Yes, Ford River Boat Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Ford River Township, Michigan.
How is Ford River Boat Launch rated?
Ford River Boat Launch has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 46 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Ford River Boat Launch access?
Ford River Boat Launch provides boat launch access to Lake Michigan in Ford River Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Ford River Boat Launch?
Ford River Boat Launch is located at coordinates 45.676617, -87.141123 in Ford River 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 6.7 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.