Government Landing is a public boat ramp on Tippy Dam Pond in Manistee, MI. The drive from Grand Rapids covers roughly 90 miles as the crow flies. Closest alternative: Upper Tippy Dam Boat Ramp in Manistee (2.6 miles).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Manistee, MI |
| Water | Tippy Dam Pond |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Before driving to Government Landing, check closures with Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
More in our guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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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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A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
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Government Landing is in Manistee, Michigan. Open the map link to see where Government Landing sits on the shore.
Tippy Dam Pond, in Manistee.
The map data has no fee details for Government Landing, so check the signs or the agency that runs it before you go.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Government Landing clear for trailers. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Upper Tippy Dam Boat Ramp in Manistee, about 2.6 miles away.
Upper Tippy Dam Boat Ramp in Manistee (2.6 miles), Lower Tippy Dam Boat Ramp in Manistee (2.8 miles) and Low Bridge Canoe Landing in Manistee (3.3 miles).
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