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Access Site MI

West Arm Grand Traverse Bay (West)

West Arm Grand Traverse Bay

Source: michigan_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Suttons Bay, MI
County: Leelanau County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.90642077, -85.63006744
5035 S W Bay Shore Dr, Suttons Bay, MI 49682, USA
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About This Access Site
This Michigan DNR boat ramp in Suttons Bay provides reliable access to the West Arm of Grand Traverse Bay. The site features a hard-surface ramp suitable for all trailerable watercraft, with minimum water depths of 2.5-3 feet maintained at 20 feet from shore. A signed parking lot is available for boat trailers, along with pit toilet facilities for visitor convenience.

The West Arm is a larger water body that accommodates recreational boating, kayaking, and canoeing. Note that this ramp can experience heavy weekend traffic during summer months, so launching early or choosing weekday access times may provide a more convenient experience. The site's hard-surface ramp and adequate parking make it a practical launch point for exploring the West Arm.