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Carter Lake vs Airport Road
Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Barry County, Michigan.
These ramps are about 2.2 miles apart.
Type
Boating Access Site
Boating Access Site
Hours
0400_2300
0400_2300
Fees
Free
Free
Launch Lanes
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Water Type
Inland Lake
River/Stream
Water Body
Carter Lake
Thornapple River
Trailer Parking
8 spaces
—
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
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Which ramp should you choose?
Both Carter Lake and Airport Road provide public access in Barry County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.