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Located near Maskell in Dixon County, Nebraska, Mulberry Bend provides access to the Missouri River at river mile 775. This one-lane concrete boat ramp is situated below the Vermillion-New Castle Bridge and offers a practical launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. To reach the ramp, take Highway 15 north from Nebraska Highway 12 toward Vermillion, then turn onto County Road 579 and continue approximately 2 miles on gravel road until you reach the ramp on your left. The site includes a vault toilet and offers primitive camping only.
As a major river system (USGS stream order 10), the Missouri River here is a substantial waterway with an average flow of over 121,000 cubic feet per second and average velocity of 7.4 feet per second. The river's relatively gentle average gradient of 3.9 feet per mile in this section makes it suitable for various paddling skill levels, though paddlers should respect the river's significant size and current. This access point is part of the Missouri National Recreation River area, providing opportunities for day trips and multi-day expeditions.