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This state-managed boat ramp in West Olive provides convenient access to Pigeon Lake and the scenic Pigeon River system in Ottawa County. The facility features a developed boat launch suitable for various watercraft sizes, making it a good starting point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters. Free parking is available along with pit toilet facilities for visitor convenience.
The access site connects paddlers to both Pigeon Lake and the Pigeon River, offering options for recreational exploration in the greater Lake Michigan watershed. The location is part of the Lake Michigan Water Trail West system, connecting paddlers between the Grand River to the south and Lake Macatawa to the north. This makes it a useful waypoint for multi-day paddle trips or day outings in West Michigan's coastal lake and river network.