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Access Site IA

Hoefle - Dulin

West Fork Cedar River

Source: iowa_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Vinton, IA
County: Benton County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.16417187, -91.97861419
5901 27th Ave, Vinton, IA 52349, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
West Fork Cedar River at Finchford, IA Same River 43.2 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Cedar River
3 runs (2 nearby)
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
III Downstream from here (37.2 mi to put-in) Palisades-Kepler State Park (PnP)
0.6 mi
II Upstream from here (41.1 mi from take-out) Clay Hole, Cedar Falls (PnP)
0.2 mi 12 ft/mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
II(III) 79 mi away Charles City Whitewater
0.3 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Located in Vinton, Iowa, the Hoefle-Dulin access site provides boat ramp access to the West Fork Cedar River in Benton County. This public access point serves as a convenient launch location for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters looking to explore this section of the river. The site's ramp configuration makes it suitable for launching small to medium-sized watercraft.

The West Fork Cedar River in this region offers a scenic paddling experience through northeastern Iowa. Paddlers should come prepared with knowledge of current water conditions, as river levels and flow can vary seasonally. This access point is popular with both recreational paddlers and anglers, making it a well-established entry point for exploring the river corridor. Before visiting, check local water conditions and current facility status, as seasonal weather can affect access and river navigability.
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