Smithville Boat Ramp, a public boat ramp on Manistee River, is located in Manton. Paddlers use it as well. Closest alternative: Smithville Landing in Manton (under 1 mile).
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Manton, MI |
| Water | Manistee River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Rules and closures near Manton: Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Manistee River has 8 more public launches besides Smithville Boat Ramp. Boat ramps on Manistee River
Guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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Illustration Paddlers
Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
Kayak launch guide Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
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Smithville Boat Ramp is in Manton, Michigan. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Smithville Boat Ramp.
It gives you access to Manistee River.
No fee information yet for Smithville Boat Ramp, so if you know it, tell us and we'll add it.
Yes, kayaks and canoes can put in at Smithville Boat Ramp.
Smithville Landing in Manton (under 1 mile), High Banks in Kalkaska (2.2 miles) and Rainbow Jim Bridge Boat Ramp in Manton (4.7 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby