Marina & Boat Launch
Grand Haven, Michigan is a favorite destination of sailors and power boaters. You can boat from Lake Michigan, the Grand River, and Spring Lake. With 57 slips, the Municipal Marina is located at 101 N. Harbor Drive, near Chinook Pier. Dockside facilities include electricity, water, ice, restrooms, and showers.
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Fees and Regulations
Reservations
Marina reservations are accepted through the Michigan CRS Customer Service Department by calling 1-800-447-2757 or online through the Michigan DNR Harbor Reservation Web page.
Municipal Boat Launch
The boat launch is located on Harbor Island, just west of US-31, south of the drawbridge.
Built in 1962, the boat launch is located on the northern side of Harbor Island, offering direct access to the Grand River’s main channel. In 1994 Coho Drive, leading to the boat launch, was paved. Further improvements were made from 1998 to 2002, including increasing the size of the parking lot, dredging to allow for deeper draft boats, and a public restroom.
Boat Launch Passes
A pass is required to launch your boat. Daily and seasonal passes are offered.
- Daily passes are available at the launch ramp.
- Seasonal passes may be purchased at the Treasurer’s Office in City Hall, 519 Washington Avenue, Grand Haven, Michigan 49417 or by calling 616-842-3210.
Daily Pass Fee: $15/day
Seasonal Passes:
- Resident: $75
- Resident Senior (62yrs or older): $60
- Non-resident: $115
- Non-resident Senior (62yrs or older): $95
