City: Langdon, MO
County: Atchison County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.33898511, -95.62172865
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Missouri 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
Langdon Bend Access provides public boat ramp access to the Missouri River near Langdon in Atchison County. The site is located west of I-29 via Highway 111, Route E through Langdon, Route U, and 270th Street. This access point serves as a launch location for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters looking to explore this section of the major river system.
The Missouri River at this location is a substantial waterway with an average flow of approximately 121,400 cubic feet per second and current velocities around 7.4 feet per second. Paddlers should be prepared for a major river with a moderate gradient (3.9 ft/mile average). The river's significant size and flow make it suitable for experienced paddlers; beginners should exercise caution and check current conditions before launching.
The site offers primitive camping facilities near the ramp, making it a convenient base for multi-day paddling trips. In addition to boating access, the area supports fishing and bird watching opportunities along the river corridor. Paddlers are encouraged to review current water conditions and safety information before departure, as the Missouri River's flow and velocity can vary seasonally.
The Missouri River at this location is a substantial waterway with an average flow of approximately 121,400 cubic feet per second and current velocities around 7.4 feet per second. Paddlers should be prepared for a major river with a moderate gradient (3.9 ft/mile average). The river's significant size and flow make it suitable for experienced paddlers; beginners should exercise caution and check current conditions before launching.
The site offers primitive camping facilities near the ramp, making it a convenient base for multi-day paddling trips. In addition to boating access, the area supports fishing and bird watching opportunities along the river corridor. Paddlers are encouraged to review current water conditions and safety information before departure, as the Missouri River's flow and velocity can vary seasonally.