Access Site
MO
New Madrid Bend Access
Source: missouri_department_of_conservation Updated 1 year ago
City: New Madrid, MO
County: New Madrid County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 36.57829486, -89.55522906
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
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Whitewater Runs on Mississippi 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
**Overview**
New Madrid Bend Access is a Missouri Department of Conservation public boat ramp located in New Madrid County along the Mississippi River. The site offers free public access across approximately 7 acres and serves as a primary launch point for boaters, paddlers, and anglers in the area.
**What to Expect**
As a major river system (Stream Order 10), the Mississippi here is a powerful waterway with an average flow of 685,000+ cubic feet per second and current velocities around 11 feet per second. Paddlers and boaters should be prepared for strong currents and significant river traffic. The river's relatively gentle average gradient (0.8 ft/mile) means conditions are more manageable than upstream sections, but the sheer volume of water and commercial traffic demands experience and caution. This location is best suited for experienced paddlers and boaters familiar with large river conditions.
**Access & Planning**
The ramp provides direct Mississippi River access for canoes, kayaks, and motorized boats. Before launching, check current water conditions and river levels, as flow rates and current strength can vary significantly. The site is maintained by Missouri Department of Conservation, and being a public access point, it's a good reference location for those exploring this section of the Mississippi River.
New Madrid Bend Access is a Missouri Department of Conservation public boat ramp located in New Madrid County along the Mississippi River. The site offers free public access across approximately 7 acres and serves as a primary launch point for boaters, paddlers, and anglers in the area.
**What to Expect**
As a major river system (Stream Order 10), the Mississippi here is a powerful waterway with an average flow of 685,000+ cubic feet per second and current velocities around 11 feet per second. Paddlers and boaters should be prepared for strong currents and significant river traffic. The river's relatively gentle average gradient (0.8 ft/mile) means conditions are more manageable than upstream sections, but the sheer volume of water and commercial traffic demands experience and caution. This location is best suited for experienced paddlers and boaters familiar with large river conditions.
**Access & Planning**
The ramp provides direct Mississippi River access for canoes, kayaks, and motorized boats. Before launching, check current water conditions and river levels, as flow rates and current strength can vary significantly. The site is maintained by Missouri Department of Conservation, and being a public access point, it's a good reference location for those exploring this section of the Mississippi River.