You'll find Arthur Dodd Memorial Park Kayak Launch on Dowagiac River in Niles. It's a kayak and canoe launch. From South Bend it's roughly 16 miles in a straight line. The next kayak launch is Riverfront Park South Boating Access Site in Niles, about 6.6 miles away.
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Niles, MI |
| Water | Dowagiac River |
| Park | Arthur Dodd Memorial Park |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Closures and rules for Arthur Dodd Memorial Park Kayak Launch: Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Step by step: How to launch a kayak or canoe.
Illustration Top pick Pelican universal kayak, canoe and SUP cart Many launches are a long walk from parking. A folding cart turns that carry into an easy roll. View on Amazon 
Illustration Bestseller Earth Pak waterproof roll-top dry bag Keys, phone and a dry shirt stay dry even if you tip over at the put-in. View on Amazon 
Illustration Stearns adult life vest, USCG approved Type III Federal rules require a wearable life jacket for every person on a kayak, canoe or boat. 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 Paddlers
Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
Kayak launch guide
Illustration Ramp etiquette
Staging, courtesy docks and the Clean, Drain, Dry laws that can bring a fine.
Ramp etiquetteNo reviews yet. If you've been here, tell others what it was like.
Arthur Dodd Memorial Park Kayak Launch is in Niles, Michigan. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Arthur Dodd Memorial Park Kayak Launch.
Arthur Dodd Memorial Park Kayak Launch is on Dowagiac River.
We don't have fee information for Arthur Dodd Memorial Park Kayak Launch, but many city and county ramps are free, while state parks and Corps lakes often charge.
St. Joseph River Park Boat Launch in Niles (5.9 miles), Riverfront Park South Boating Access Site in Niles (6.6 miles) and Shamrock Park Boat Launch in Berrien Springs (6.9 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby