Mendon Boat Launch gives you public access to the water on St. Joseph River in Centreville, MI. The drive from South Bend covers roughly 46 miles as the crow flies. Closest alternative: Portage Lake Boat Launch in Vicksburg (4.2 miles).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Centreville, MI |
| Water | St. Joseph River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Rules and closures near Centreville: Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Read more: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
Illustration Bestseller Attwood 7524A7 snap-handle drain plug The forgotten drain plug is the classic ramp mistake. A spare in the glove box saves the day. View on Amazon 
Illustration Top pick Bungee dock lines with quick connect, shock absorbing Clip on in seconds while your partner parks the trailer. The bungee keeps the boat off the dock in wakes. View on Amazon 
Illustration Master Lock trailer coupler lock (fits 1-7/8", 2", 2-5/16") Your trailer sits alone in the ramp lot all day. A coupler lock keeps it where you left it. View on Amazon We haven't tested these ourselves; we chose them by size and specs. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. Check the current price on Amazon.
Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
Loading guideBe the first to rate this launch and help other boaters plan their trip.
Mendon Boat Launch is in Centreville, Michigan. We only have the map location of Mendon Boat Launch from OpenStreetMap, and the directions link goes straight to it.
Mendon Boat Launch is on St. Joseph River.
We don't have fee information for Mendon Boat Launch, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
Paddlers can usually use Mendon Boat Launch. Carry the boat to the edge of the ramp or the dock end. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Kayak Launch in Union City in Union City, about 18 miles away.
Portage Lake Boat Launch in Vicksburg (4.2 miles), Sturgis Dam Pond Boat Launch in Centreville (4.6 miles) and Sand Lake County Park Boat Ramp in Centreville (5.8 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby