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Boat Ramp

The MDNR East Arm Launch is a developed public boat ramp on East Grand Traverse Bay featuring a hard-surface ramp with sufficient depth (2. 5-3 feet minimum) to accommodate all trailerable watercraft.

The site offers parking, pit toilets, and is conveniently signed and located on Center Road in Traverse City, making it an accessible option for both fishing and paddling enthusiasts accessing Grand Traverse Bay.


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