Access Site
MI
South Tabor Street
Source: michigan_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Lyons, MI
County: Ionia County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.97756786, -84.94167722
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Grand River
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Tabor Street Boat Ramp in Lyons provides access to the Grand River via a lengthy launch area located at the end of South Tabor Street. This site is part of the Middle Grand River Heritage Water Trail and is particularly popular as a take-out point for paddlers and boaters. The extended access (over 50 yards long) offers good flexibility for launching and landing various watercraft, from kayaks and canoes to larger boats.
This location is notably preferred by many river users as an alternative to Lyons Dam downstream, which presents navigation hazards and safety concerns. The Tabor Street ramp makes an excellent take-out for trips originating further upstream on the Grand River, allowing paddlers to avoid the dam entirely. Whether you're planning a day paddle or a longer river journey, this access point provides a straightforward entry and exit to the Grand River.
This location is notably preferred by many river users as an alternative to Lyons Dam downstream, which presents navigation hazards and safety concerns. The Tabor Street ramp makes an excellent take-out for trips originating further upstream on the Grand River, allowing paddlers to avoid the dam entirely. Whether you're planning a day paddle or a longer river journey, this access point provides a straightforward entry and exit to the Grand River.