Grand Portage Isle Royale Transportation Lines, a public boat ramp on Grand Portage Bay, is located at 402 Upper Road in Grand Portage. The next public ramp is Little Pigeon Bay boat launch in Grand Portage, about 6.4 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | 402 Upper Road Grand Portage, MN 55605 |
| Water | Grand Portage Bay |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Rules and closures near Grand Portage: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Read more: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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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.
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The address is 402 Upper Road, Grand Portage, MN 55605. The directions button above takes you to the map pin.
It gives you access to Grand Portage Bay.
Our data does not say whether Grand Portage Isle Royale Transportation Lines charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Generally yes. Unload away from the lane and launch quickly. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Swamp River Public Water Access Site in Grand Marais, about 13 miles away.
Little Pigeon Bay boat launch in Grand Portage (6.4 miles), Pine River Boat Launch in Grand Portage (8.7 miles) and Little Trout Bay Boat Launch in Grand Portage (12 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby