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Tippy Dam State Recreation Area Upper vs Tippy Dam State Recreation Area Lower
Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Manistee County, Michigan.
These ramps are about less than a mile apart.
Tippy Dam State Recreation Area Upper
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Tippy Dam State Recreation Area Lower
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Type
Boating Access Site
Boating Access Site
Hours
Open at all times
Open at all times
Fees
Free
Free
Launch Lanes
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Water Type
Inland Lake
River/Stream
Water Body
Tippy Dam Pond - Manistee River
Manistee River
Trailer Parking
2 spaces
43 spaces
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
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Which ramp should you choose?
Both Tippy Dam State Recreation Area Upper and Tippy Dam State Recreation Area Lower provide public access in Manistee 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.