Satellite view of River Road Boat Launch
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River Road Boat Launch

Kalamazoo River · Allegan County, Michigan
Last verified: July 7, 2026
Closed in winter — PFAS fish consumption advisory active
Closed in winter — Mercury advisory — check serving limits
Closed in winter — PCB advisory — check serving limits
1 lanePaved ramp
3 spotsTrailer parking
Open at all timesHours
Directions
Street View
Craft & Seasonality
Motorboat
Kayak / Canoe
Jet Ski / PWC
Large Boat
Winter Access
Site Details
Conditions change rapidly due to water levels, prop wash, and weather. Always visually inspect before backing down.
RampPaved, 1 lane
Trailer Parking3 spots · gravel
Vehicle-Only7 spots
FeeMI Recreation Passport (annual, on vehicle registration)
HoursOpen at all times
Not Available Fish cleaning · Fishing pier · Restrooms · Pier
Scout's Notes
Ramp Quirks & Etiquette
Brand New Ramp
This launch was just built in 2025 by the Allegan crew, so the concrete is fresh and in great shape. Enjoy it while it lasts — give it a few seasons and the river will start doing its thing.
Tight Quarters
One lane and only three trailer spots. If even one other rig is there, you're going to be doing some creative maneuvering. This is a small-boat spot — canoes, kayaks, jon boats. Don't show up with a 20-footer expecting a smooth experience.
Pay Box Setup
There's an honor-system fee — a dollar per watercraft and a dollar for parking. Bring singles or some quarters because there's no attendant and no change machine.
Bank Fishing Limited
If you're thinking about fishing from shore here, don't bother. There's barely any room to set up along the bank. This spot is really just a put-in, not a destination to hang out and cast.
Easy to Miss
It's tucked behind a little red cottage right along River Road. If you're not watching for it, you'll blow right past. Once you find it, though, it's a solid access point for floating the Kalamazoo without dealing with the bigger, busier launches downstream.
Sources: DNR GIS data, Google Reviews, Google Street View
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