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Access Site IA

Klienwort Access

Cedar River • Cedar River • Cedar River

Source: iowa_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Saint Ansgar, IA
County: Mitchell County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.37326056, -92.93604998
4241 Old Mill Rd, St Ansgar, IA 50472, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Little Cedar River near Johnsburg, MN Same River 13.3 mi away
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Cedar River near Austin, MN Same River 18.3 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Cedar River
3 runs (1 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
II(III) Downstream from here (27.6 mi to put-in) Charles City Whitewater
0.3 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
II 67 mi away Clay Hole, Cedar Falls (PnP)
0.2 mi 12 ft/mi
III 142 mi away Palisades-Kepler State Park (PnP)
0.6 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Kleinwort Access is a public boat ramp located in Saint Ansgar in Mitchell County, providing convenient access to the Cedar River, a scenic 300-mile waterway that eventually flows toward the Mississippi River system. The ramp features a wide, textured surface designed for secure vehicle traction and can accommodate multiple vehicles. Ample parking is available at this access point.

Paddlers launching here can explore the Cedar River, which winds through diverse terrain including flood plain forest habitat. The access point serves as a jumping-off spot for kayakers and canoeists looking to enjoy scenic paddling through this historic waterway. The surrounding area supports wildlife viewing opportunities, including white-tailed deer and turkey. For detailed information about river conditions, additional access points along the Cedar River, and trip planning resources, consult the Iowa DNR Canoe Guide.