City: Farmington, IA
County: Van Buren County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.63879773, -91.74388608
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Des Moines River
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Farmington Access is a concrete boat ramp located in Farmington, Van Buren County, providing convenient launch and take-out points on the Des Moines River. This access is part of a chain of well-maintained ramps along the Des Moines River watertrail, making it ideal for multi-day float trips or shorter day paddles. The site serves as a popular take-out location for paddlers completing floats from upstream areas like Keosauqua or Bonaparte.
The ramp is well-suited for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore this section of the Des Moines River. Farmington's location makes it a natural endpoint for day trips originating from Bonaparte (approximately 6 miles upriver), allowing paddlers to conclude their float and access services in the town. As with all river access points on the Des Moines River watertrail, paddlers should check for any specific rules or conditions posted at the site before launching.
The ramp is well-suited for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore this section of the Des Moines River. Farmington's location makes it a natural endpoint for day trips originating from Bonaparte (approximately 6 miles upriver), allowing paddlers to conclude their float and access services in the town. As with all river access points on the Des Moines River watertrail, paddlers should check for any specific rules or conditions posted at the site before launching.
Amenities
restrooms