You'll find Smithville Landing in Manton. It's a public boat ramp. Paddlers use it as well. Closest alternative: Smithville Boat Ramp in Manton (under 1 mile).
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Manton, MI |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Read more: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Smithville Landing is in Manton, Michigan. We only have the map location of Smithville Landing from OpenStreetMap, and the directions link goes straight to it.
Our data does not say whether Smithville Landing charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
It's marked as kayak-friendly. Load at the side and leave the lane free.
Smithville Boat Ramp in Manton (under 1 mile), High Banks in Kalkaska (1.9 miles) and Rainbow Jim Bridge Boat Ramp in Manton (5.1 miles).
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