Located on Boardman River in Traverse City, 0.4 miles from Traverse City. Rated 5.0/5 from 2 Google reviews.
The 10 Best Boat Ramps Near Traverse City, MI (2026)
We ranked every boat ramp within 50 miles of Traverse City by real boater reviews. The top pick: Mini Park in Traverse City, rated 5.0/5 from 2 Google reviews (0.4 miles out). 30+ launches mapped in the area, across 12 waterbodies.
Located on Cedar Hedge Lake in Green Lake Township, 10.7 miles from Traverse City. Rated 4.9/5 from 7 Google reviews. Public access.
★ 4.9/5 (7)10.7 mi from Traverse CityCedar Hedge Lakepublic accessDetails, conditions & directions →
Located on Cedar Lake in Greilickville, 2.5 miles from Traverse City. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.8/5 across 147 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lake Michigan in Peninsula Township, 10.2 miles from Traverse City. Rated 4.8/5 from 51 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on Lake Leelanau in Bingham Township, 8.7 miles from Traverse City. Rated 4.7/5 from 27 Google reviews. Public access.
Located on W Grand Traverse Bay in Bingham township, 9.9 miles from Traverse City. Rated 4.7/5 from 16 Google reviews. Public access.
★ 4.7/5 (16)9.9 mi from Traverse CityW Grand Traverse Baypublic accessDetails, conditions & directions →
Located on Lake Michigan in Traverse City, 0.2 miles from Traverse City. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 2,922 Google reviews.
Located on Boardman River in Traverse City, 0.7 miles from Traverse City. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 276 Google reviews.
Located on Lake Michigan in Peninsula Township, 10.3 miles from Traverse City. One of the most reviewed launches in the area — boaters rate it 4.6/5 across 104 Google reviews.
Located on Spider Lake in East Bay township, 8.5 miles from Traverse City. Rated 4.6/5 from 38 Google reviews. Public access.
Complete Rankings: Top 19 Near Traverse City
| Rank | Name | City | Rating | Reviews | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mini Park | Traverse City | 5.0/5 | 2 | 0.4 mi |
| 2 | Cedar Hedge Lake Boat Launch | Green Lake Township | 4.9/5 | 7 | 10.7 mi |
| 3 | Leelanau Trail Cherry Bend Rd Trailhead | Greilickville | 4.8/5 | 147 | 2.5 mi |
| 4 | Bowers Harbor Boat Launch | Peninsula Township | 4.8/5 | 51 | 10.2 mi |
| 5 | Bingham Boat Launch | Bingham Township | 4.7/5 | 27 | 8.7 mi |
| 6 | W Grand Traverse Bay DNR Boat Ramp | Bingham township | 4.7/5 | 16 | 9.9 mi |
| 7 | Clinch Park | Traverse City | 4.6/5 | 2922 | 0.2 mi |
| 8 | Hull Park | Traverse City | 4.6/5 | 276 | 0.7 mi |
| 9 | Bowers Harbor Park | Peninsula Township | 4.6/5 | 104 | 10.3 mi |
| 10 | Spider Lake Boat Ramp | East Bay township | 4.6/5 | 38 | 8.5 mi |
| 11 | Mari Vineyards | Peninsula Township | 4.5/5 | 982 | 4.1 mi |
| 12 | Scheck's Place State Forest Campground | Union Township | 4.5/5 | 111 | 11.1 mi |
| 13 | Silver Lake Public Boat Launch | Garfield charter township | 4.5/5 | 59 | 5.1 mi |
| 14 | Killingsworth Park | East Bay Township | 4.5/5 | 19 | 7.2 mi |
| 15 | Arbutus Lake State Forest Campground | East Bay Township | 4.4/5 | 95 | 7.9 mi |
| 16 | E Grand Traverse Bay Boat Launch | Peninsula Township | 4.4/5 | 63 | 4.3 mi |
| 17 | E Grand Traverse Bay DNR Boat Ramp | Peninsula township | 4.2/5 | 39 | 4.4 mi |
| 18 | Groesser Park | Bingham Township | 4.2/5 | 5 | 9.9 mi |
| 19 | Crescent Shores Public Boat Launch | Long Lake Township | 4.1/5 | 42 | 7.5 mi |
Traverse City Boat Ramp FAQ
What is the best boat ramp near Traverse City?▾
Mini Park in Traverse City is the highest-rated boat ramp near Traverse City, with a 5.0/5 Google rating from 2 reviews, 0.4 miles from the city center on Boardman River.
How many boat ramps are near Traverse City?▾
BoatLaunchMap tracks 30+ boat ramps within 50 miles of Traverse City, Michigan. 10 of the top-rated launches offer public access.
What waterbodies can I launch on near Traverse City?▾
Top-rated launches near Traverse City put you on Boardman River, Cedar Hedge Lake, Cedar Lake, Lake Michigan, Lake Leelanau and 7 more waterbodies.