High Banks, a public boat ramp on Manistee River, is located in Kalkaska. Kayaks and canoes can launch here too. The next public ramp is Smithville Landing in Manton, about 1.9 miles away.
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Kalkaska, MI |
| Water | Manistee River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Official Michigan access sites: Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
High Banks is one of 9 public launches on Manistee River. Manistee River overview
Details: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
Loading guide
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Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
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High Banks is in Kalkaska, Michigan. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks High Banks itself.
It gives you access to Manistee River.
No fee information yet for High Banks, so if you know it, tell us and we'll add it.
It's marked as kayak-friendly. Load at the side and leave the lane free.
Smithville Landing in Manton (1.9 miles), Smithville Boat Ramp in Manton (2.2 miles) and Rainbow Jim Bridge Boat Ramp in Manton (6.7 miles).
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