Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:54 PM
- Water temp
- 66°F
- Water level
- 67.7 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 Portage River
Updated 39 min agoSource: USGS station 04043016 — PILGRIM RIVER AT PARADISE RD NR DODGEVILLE, MI · 6.5 mi from Portage River
Launch Light & Moon — June 27
local timeWaxing Gibbous (95% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Swedetown Creek Boat Launch
| Location | Hancock, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Portage River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 47.139169, -88.622410 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Houghton County |
Swedetown Creek Boat Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Portage River in Hancock, Michigan at coordinates 47.13917, -88.62241. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
Swedetown Creek Boat Launch is a public boat launch on Portage River in Hancock, Houghton 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, 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 Hancock • public launch in Houghton County • fishing access on Portage River • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Launch Type | Carry-In |
|---|---|
| Managed By | DNR-PRD |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Swedetown Creek Boat Launch
Is Swedetown Creek Boat Launch free to use?
Yes, Swedetown Creek Boat Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Hancock, Michigan.
What water does Swedetown Creek Boat Launch access?
Swedetown Creek Boat Launch provides boat launch access to Portage River in Hancock, Michigan.
How do I get to Swedetown Creek Boat Launch?
Swedetown Creek Boat Launch is located at coordinates 47.139169, -88.622410 in Hancock, 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 Swedetown Creek Boat Launch includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.