Access Site
NE
Peru Boat Ramp
Missouri River • Nishnabotna River
Source: nebraska_game_and_parks_commission Updated 1 year ago
City: Peru, NE
County: Nemaha County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.48357191, -95.69748638
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Location
Live Webcam
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
The Peru boat ramp provides access to the Missouri River in Nemaha County, Nebraska. This is a day-use only facility with river-only access, meaning you'll need to arrive by water or be prepared for a water approach. The site offers minimal facilities, so plan accordingly and bring what you need for your trip.
The Missouri River at this location is a major waterway with substantial flow—averaging over 121,000 cubic feet per second—and a moderate gradient of about 3.9 feet per mile. Paddlers should be prepared for a powerful river with an average velocity of 7.4 feet per second. This stretch is suitable for experienced boaters and paddlers; a paddle trip from nearby Nebraska City to Peru typically takes around 7 hours. The ramp accommodates various watercraft, making it a practical launch point for kayaks, canoes, and larger boats exploring this section of the Missouri.
The Missouri River at this location is a major waterway with substantial flow—averaging over 121,000 cubic feet per second—and a moderate gradient of about 3.9 feet per mile. Paddlers should be prepared for a powerful river with an average velocity of 7.4 feet per second. This stretch is suitable for experienced boaters and paddlers; a paddle trip from nearby Nebraska City to Peru typically takes around 7 hours. The ramp accommodates various watercraft, making it a practical launch point for kayaks, canoes, and larger boats exploring this section of the Missouri.
Amenities
parking