Riverfront Park South Boating Access Site is a kayak and canoe launch on St. Joseph River in Niles, MI. The drive from South Bend covers roughly 9.2 miles as the crow flies. If it's full, Arthur Dodd Memorial Park Kayak Launch in Niles is 6.6 miles away.
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Niles, MI |
| Water | St. Joseph River |
| Park | Riverfront Park South |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Closures and rules for Riverfront Park South Boating Access Site: Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
St. Joseph River has 7 more public launches besides Riverfront Park South Boating Access Site. St. Joseph River overview
Details: How to launch a kayak or canoe.
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Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
Kayak launch guide Illustration Life jackets
What the Coast Guard requires on kayaks and canoes, and kids' vests with head support.
Life jacket rulesLaunched here recently? Even a short note on parking or the dock helps the next boater.
Riverfront Park South Boating Access Site is in Niles, Michigan. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Riverfront Park South Boating Access Site.
St. Joseph River, in Niles.
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St. Joseph River Park Boat Launch in Niles (under 1 mile), St. Patrick's County Park Boat Ramp in South Bend (4 miles) and Buchanan St. Joseph River Boat Launch in Buchanan (5.8 miles).
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