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Access Site IA

Massillon Area

Wapsipinicon River

Source: iowa_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Lowden, IA
County: Cedar County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 41.91705512, -90.92009092
Massillon Area Park, 207 Hoover Hwy, Lowden, IA 52255, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Wapsipinicon River near Anamosa, IA Same River 21.2 mi away
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Wapsipinicon River near De Witt, IA Same River 22.4 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Wapsipinicon River
1 run
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) Upstream from here (46.3 mi from take-out) Central City Dam Bypass Channel (PnP)
0.1 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Massillon Area access site provides a public boat ramp for launching onto the Wapsipinicon River in Lowden, Cedar County. This location offers paddlers and boaters convenient access to the scenic Wapsipinicon River Trail, making it an ideal put-in for kayakers and canoeists exploring this popular waterway.

The site is situated on undeveloped river bottom acreage, providing a natural setting for day trips and recreational paddling. The Wapsipinicon River in this area is suitable for recreational boating and paddling; paddlers should be aware of typical Iowa river conditions and check current water levels before launching. This access point integrates well with other nearby Wapsipinicon River access areas, allowing for flexible trip planning and shuttle options along the river corridor.
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