Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:02 PM)
- Water temp
- 53°F · cold-water risk
- Water level
- 1.71 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 Rifle River
Updated 15 min agoSource: USGS station 04142000 — RIFLE RIVER NEAR STERLING, MI · 13.4 mi from Rifle River
Launch Light & Moon — September 7
local timeWaning Crescent (15% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: The Ranch
| Location | Cumming Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Rifle River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 44.393324, -84.038344 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Ogemaw County |
The Ranch is a public boat launch providing access to Rifle River in Cumming Township, Michigan at coordinates 44.39332, -84.03834. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
The Ranch is a public boat launch on Rifle River in Cumming Township, Ogemaw 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 trailer parking: 10 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 Cumming Township • public launch in Ogemaw County • fishing access on Rifle River • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Trailer Parking | 10 spaces |
|---|---|
| Managed By | DNR-PRD |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ranch
Is The Ranch free to use?
Yes, The Ranch is a public boat launch with free access in Cumming Township, Michigan.
What water does The Ranch access?
The Ranch provides boat launch access to Rifle River in Cumming Township, Michigan.
How do I get to The Ranch?
The Ranch is located at coordinates 44.393324, -84.038344 in Cumming 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 1.7 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.