City: New Haven, MO
County: Franklin County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 38.61449263, -91.21051082
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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
**Location & Access:** New Haven Access provides boat ramp entry to the Missouri River at river mile 82 in New Haven, Franklin County, MO (near Washington). The site features a single-lane concrete ramp maintained by the Missouri Department of Conservation, with day-use only regulations. The ramp points downstream and includes rocky bank landing areas, making approach conditions somewhat rough—particularly relevant for canoeists and kayakers. Bank fishing is also available from the adjacent riverfront park.
**River Conditions:** As a major waterway (USGS Stream Order 10), the Missouri River here carries significant flow averaging over 121,000 cubic feet per second with an average velocity of 7.4 feet/second. The moderate gradient of 3.9 feet/mile creates a steady current that paddlers should respect. Water conditions and current strength can vary seasonally, so check current flow data and weather before launching.
**Practical Tips:** This is a developed access point with established infrastructure, though the muddy banks and rocky areas require careful boat handling during launch and landing. Paddlers should be prepared for the river's substantial current and width. Alternative parking is available if the primary lot is full. The nearest bridge for shuttling is at Washington, approximately 13 miles downstream.
**River Conditions:** As a major waterway (USGS Stream Order 10), the Missouri River here carries significant flow averaging over 121,000 cubic feet per second with an average velocity of 7.4 feet/second. The moderate gradient of 3.9 feet/mile creates a steady current that paddlers should respect. Water conditions and current strength can vary seasonally, so check current flow data and weather before launching.
**Practical Tips:** This is a developed access point with established infrastructure, though the muddy banks and rocky areas require careful boat handling during launch and landing. Paddlers should be prepared for the river's substantial current and width. Alternative parking is available if the primary lot is full. The nearest bridge for shuttling is at Washington, approximately 13 miles downstream.