East Arm Boat Launch

Outdoor Recreation · Traverse City, MI

You know that spot where locals quietly slip their boats into Grand Traverse Bay without the crowds? That's East Arm Boat Launch. This no-frills concrete ramp sits right on the east arm of the bay, giving you direct access to some of the clearest water in Northern Michigan. The launch stays busy with fishing boats heading out for lake trout and salmon, especially during dawn hours when the water's like glass. Parking's decent, and you can actually back your trailer down without playing bumper cars with other boaters. Simple, functional, and gets the job done.