Gilead Canal Docks Boat Ramp
Gilead Canal Docks Boat Ramp
Located on the Gilead Sidecut Canal in downtown Grand Rapids, this public boat dock and launch facility offers 10 short-term courtesy docks and a boat ramp for accessing the Maumee River.
The entire canal is a no-wake zone with no motorized watercraft permitted east of the boat launch, making it ideal for paddlers and anglers seeking calm water access.
The docks are ADA accessible and adjacent to the West Street Boat Launch, with parking available in designated areas.
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