Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:14 PM
- Water level
- 3.43 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 Manistee River
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 04126970 — BOARDMAN R ABOVE BROWN BRIDGE ROAD NR MAYFIELD, MI · 11.6 mi from Manistee River
Launch Light & Moon — July 25
local timeWaxing Gibbous (84% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Smithville Landing
| Location | Garfield Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Manistee River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 44.523495, -85.172997 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Kalkaska County |
Smithville Landing is a public boat launch providing access to Manistee River in Garfield Township, Michigan at coordinates 44.52349, -85.17300.
Smithville Landing is a public boat launch on Manistee River in Garfield Township, Kalkaska 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 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 Smithville Landing
Is Smithville Landing free to use?
Yes, Smithville Landing is a public boat launch with free access in Garfield Township, Michigan.
What water does Smithville Landing access?
Smithville Landing provides boat launch access to Manistee River in Garfield Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Smithville Landing?
Smithville Landing is located at coordinates 44.523495, -85.172997 in Garfield 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 6.6 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.