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There are a number of boat launch ramps within the City of Muskegon.
Launch Fees:
Daily pass: $10
Seasonal permit: $70
Resident price: $50
Senior(60 and older) price: $45
Senior Resident(60 and older) price: $30
Launch Ramp Permits Valid ONLY when:
- Permanently affixed to front windshield
- Launching boats no larger than 30′ overall
- Launching with single or double axle trailers.
The Muskegon Jaycees Boat Launch Ramp requires a fee and is closest to the Channel (Fees as stated above)
The Grand Trunk Boat Launch / Ramp is just down the road from the Jaycees Launch. (Fees as stated above)
The City Marina is called Hartshorn Marina and is a full fledged marina with a nice boat launch. (Fees as stated above)
Fisherman’s Landing which accommodates both the car and trailer also has a dry storage area for sailboats. Fish cleaning station and showers also included. (Fees as stated above)
Don’t have a boat? No problem, check out our parks which contain some great waterfront beaches, both on Lake Michigan and Muskegon Lake; did you know that Muskegon has one of the cleanest beaches in the United Sates? See our Muskegon Parks and Beach page for more information!