Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:19 PM — under 2h
- Water temp
- 79°F
- Water level
- 4.06 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 Platte River
Updated 32 min agoSource: USGS station 04071765 — OCONTO RIVER NEAR OCONTO, WI · 8.2 mi from Platte River
Launch Light & Moon — July 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (78% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Veterans Memorial Park
| Location | Homestead Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Platte River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 44.659342, -85.944001 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Benzie County |
Veterans Memorial Park is a public boat launch providing access to Platte River in Homestead Township, Michigan at coordinates 44.65934, -85.94400. Data published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR).
Veterans Memorial Park is a public boat launch on Platte River in Homestead Township, Benzie 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 restrooms: 1 toilet, managed by: DNR-FRD. 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 Homestead Township • public launch in Benzie County • fishing access on Platte River • Michigan boat launch
Facilities & Amenities
| Restrooms | 1 toilet |
|---|---|
| Managed By | DNR-FRD |
Facility details from the managing agency's public records.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Veterans Memorial Park
Is Veterans Memorial Park free to use?
Yes, Veterans Memorial Park is a public boat launch with free access in Homestead Township, Michigan.
What water does Veterans Memorial Park access?
Veterans Memorial Park provides boat launch access to Platte River in Homestead Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Veterans Memorial Park?
Veterans Memorial Park is located at coordinates 44.659342, -85.944001 in Homestead 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 5.6 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.