Ray Johnston Nature Preserve Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:31 PM
- Water level
- 3.07 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 Botsford Road Lake
Updated 3 hr agoSource: USGS station 04127997 — STURGEON RIVER AT WOLVERINE, MI · 11 mi from Botsford Road Lake
Launch Light & Moon — June 27
local timeWaxing Gibbous (95% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Ray Johnston Nature Preserve
| Location | Springvale Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Botsford Road Lake |
| Access Type | Public |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (14 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 45.390645, -84.770987 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Emmet County |
| Phone | (231) 347-0991 |
Ray Johnston Nature Preserve is a boat launch providing access to Botsford Road Lake in Springvale Township, Michigan at coordinates 45.39064, -84.77099. Rated 4.6/5 based on 14 Google reviews.
Ray Johnston Nature Preserve is a boat launch on Botsford Road Lake in Springvale Township, Emmet County, Michigan. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ray Johnston Nature Preserve
How is Ray Johnston Nature Preserve rated?
Ray Johnston Nature Preserve has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 14 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Ray Johnston Nature Preserve access?
Ray Johnston Nature Preserve provides boat launch access to Botsford Road Lake in Springvale Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Ray Johnston Nature Preserve?
Ray Johnston Nature Preserve is located at coordinates 45.390645, -84.770987 in Springvale 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 2.6 mi of Ray Johnston Nature Preserve, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.