Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:24 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 — June 27
local timeWaxing Gibbous (92% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR
| Location | Lawrence Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Shafer Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.5/5 (15 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 42.188287, -86.104943 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Van Buren County |
Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR is a public boat launch providing access to Shafer Lake in Lawrence Township, Michigan at coordinates 42.18829, -86.10494. Rated 4.5/5 based on 15 Google reviews.
Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR is a public boat launch on Shafer Lake in Lawrence Township, Van Buren 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 Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR
Is Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR free to use?
Yes, Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR is a public boat launch with free access in Lawrence Township, Michigan.
How is Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR rated?
Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR has a 4.5 out of 5 rating based on 15 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR access?
Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR provides boat launch access to Shafer Lake in Lawrence Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR?
Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR is located at coordinates 42.188287, -86.104943 in Lawrence 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 Shafer Lake Boat Launch DNR includes 6 other public boat ramps within 6.0 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.