Access Site
IA
Guttenberg City Access
Source: iowa_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Guttenberg, IA
County: Clayton County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.77657597, -91.09327921
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Mississippi 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
**Overview & Access**
Guttenberg City Access is a well-maintained boat ramp facility in Guttenberg, Iowa, offering direct access to Pool 10 of the Mississippi River. The site is part of a cooperative project between the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the City of Guttenberg, featuring three launching ramps with sturdy docks and concrete extensions (5' x 15') designed to accommodate larger trailers. The facility is popular with both motorboaters and paddlers, with ample marina support nearby.
**Water Conditions & Navigation**
Pool 10 sits within the scenic Upper Mississippi River Valley, offering relatively gentle conditions typical of the managed lock-and-dam system. The Mississippi at this point averages flows around 685,000 cubic feet per second with moderate current. Paddlers and boaters should expect typical pool conditions with slower water behind the dam structure. This section is part of the Mississippi River Trail (MRT), making it an excellent waypoint for longer paddling trips through the Upper Mississippi.
**Amenities & Planning**
Guttenberg offers excellent paddler-friendly infrastructure including three marina areas, multiple launching ramps, and a two-mile riverside park system with upper and lower sidewalks. The town provides good services for trip planning and resupply. Before launching, contact local facilities for current water conditions and any seasonal considerations on this major river system.
Guttenberg City Access is a well-maintained boat ramp facility in Guttenberg, Iowa, offering direct access to Pool 10 of the Mississippi River. The site is part of a cooperative project between the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the City of Guttenberg, featuring three launching ramps with sturdy docks and concrete extensions (5' x 15') designed to accommodate larger trailers. The facility is popular with both motorboaters and paddlers, with ample marina support nearby.
**Water Conditions & Navigation**
Pool 10 sits within the scenic Upper Mississippi River Valley, offering relatively gentle conditions typical of the managed lock-and-dam system. The Mississippi at this point averages flows around 685,000 cubic feet per second with moderate current. Paddlers and boaters should expect typical pool conditions with slower water behind the dam structure. This section is part of the Mississippi River Trail (MRT), making it an excellent waypoint for longer paddling trips through the Upper Mississippi.
**Amenities & Planning**
Guttenberg offers excellent paddler-friendly infrastructure including three marina areas, multiple launching ramps, and a two-mile riverside park system with upper and lower sidewalks. The town provides good services for trip planning and resupply. Before launching, contact local facilities for current water conditions and any seasonal considerations on this major river system.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Mississippi River - Pool 10
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