You'll find Van Riper State Park Boat Launch in West Ishpeming. It's a public boat ramp. The next public ramp is Lake Michigamme Boat Launch in West Ishpeming, about 2.8 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | West Ishpeming, MI |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Our checklist: 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
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How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Van Riper State Park Boat Launch is in West Ishpeming, Michigan. Use the directions button, which routes to the exact pin of Van Riper State Park Boat Launch.
We don't have fee information for Van Riper State Park Boat Launch, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
Paddlers can usually use Van Riper State Park Boat Launch. Carry the boat to the edge of the ramp or the dock end.
Lake Michigamme Boat Launch in West Ishpeming (2.8 miles), Michigamme Township Park Boat Launch in West Ishpeming (6.1 miles) and Wolf Lake Boat Launch in West Ishpeming (7 miles).
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