Village Boat Launch Ramp

Pentwater's only public boat launch

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The Village Boat Launch Ramp facility of 1.5 acres is the only public boat ramp in the Village, providing access to Pentwater Lake, Pentwater Rivers, and Lake Michigan.  It is a single boat ramp with adjoining finger pier, a restroom, and a parking area.  It also has a covered pavilion for lakeside viewing, deck and dock for Junior Sailors, and beach area for docking the Junior Sailor boats.  The launch area also provides a rack for kayaks and dinghies which can be rented. By 2015 a universal access kayak launch will be installed at this site as well as construction of a double launch and universally accessible fishing dock.

In “season” there is a launch charge – a daily or seasonal permit.  During the winter months, there is no charge at this access site.  The charge is $7 daily and $35 weekly.  The seasonal non-resident is $75.  Non-resident repeat customer $50.  Resident is $30 seasonally.  Commercial boats are $125 for the season. 
 
Seasonal kayak or dingy rack space rental is $35. 
 

Available in Spring Available in Summer Available in Fall Available in Winter Public Restrooms Fee Required

Boat storage is available: Rack

There is an entrance/launch fee of $7.00 at this location.

Parking Lot parking is available.

Public restrooms are available (Flush Toilet).

Picnic Area Lighting Shelter

Developed boat access.

Length of access is less than 50 yards.

The sign for this site is along the road (visible from road).

191 E. Lake St.
Pentwater, MI 49449
GPS: 43° 46.51500, -86° 25.71720
Location Map for Village Boat Launch Ramp