City: Burlington, IA
County: Des Moines County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.81198403, -91.09902574
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
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
Located approximately 7 miles north of Burlington on DMC Highway 99 (near Kingston), this boat ramp provides access to the Mississippi River. The site features a shelter house and dock facilities managed by Des Moines County. Access via 225th Avenue and Lake Road.
**Important Access Conditions:** This ramp is **only accessible when the Mississippi River stage at Burlington is below 10.5 feet**. Water levels fluctuate seasonally and after heavy rainfall, so check current conditions before visiting. The Mississippi at this location is a major river system with substantial flow—expect swift currents (averaging 11.24 ft/sec) and significant water movement, particularly during high water periods. This is appropriate for experienced paddlers and boaters familiar with large river navigation.
The Mississippi River here represents the mature lower section of this major waterway, just 2,334 miles from the Gulf of Mexico. Paddlers should be prepared for heavy commercial traffic, strong currents, and unpredictable conditions typical of a large navigable river. Always check current water stage reports before launching, wear appropriate safety gear, and exercise caution in this powerful river environment.
**Important Access Conditions:** This ramp is **only accessible when the Mississippi River stage at Burlington is below 10.5 feet**. Water levels fluctuate seasonally and after heavy rainfall, so check current conditions before visiting. The Mississippi at this location is a major river system with substantial flow—expect swift currents (averaging 11.24 ft/sec) and significant water movement, particularly during high water periods. This is appropriate for experienced paddlers and boaters familiar with large river navigation.
The Mississippi River here represents the mature lower section of this major waterway, just 2,334 miles from the Gulf of Mexico. Paddlers should be prepared for heavy commercial traffic, strong currents, and unpredictable conditions typical of a large navigable river. Always check current water stage reports before launching, wear appropriate safety gear, and exercise caution in this powerful river environment.