Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:25 PM)
- Water temp
- 69°F
- Water level
- 5.27 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 Little Manistee River
Updated 40 min agoSource: USGS station 04126195 — L MANISTEE R AT NINE MILE BRIDGE NR FREESOIL, MI · 6.1 mi from Little Manistee River
Launch Light & Moon — July 15
local timeNew Moon (1% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Fox Bridge
| Location | Elk Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Little Manistee River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 44.119392, -85.982567 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Lake County |
Fox Bridge is a public boat launch providing access to Little Manistee River in Elk Township, Michigan at coordinates 44.11939, -85.98257. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
Fox Bridge is a public boat launch on Little Manistee River in Elk Township, Lake 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 type: Carry-In, trailer parking: 6 spaces, managed by: DNR-PRD. 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 Elk Township • public launch in Lake County • fishing access on Little Manistee River • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Launch Type | Carry-In |
|---|---|
| Trailer Parking | 6 spaces |
| Managed By | DNR-PRD |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fox Bridge
Is Fox Bridge free to use?
Yes, Fox Bridge is a public boat launch with free access in Elk Township, Michigan.
What water does Fox Bridge access?
Fox Bridge provides boat launch access to Little Manistee River in Elk Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Fox Bridge?
Fox Bridge is located at coordinates 44.119392, -85.982567 in Elk 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 Fox Bridge includes 6 other public boat ramps within 5.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.