Red's Landing

Red's Landing in Hardin, Calhoun County provides public boat access to Navigation Pool 25 of the Mississippi River, offering paddlers and boaters easy launch facilities for exploring approximately 33 miles of river in this section above Winfield Dam (Lock and Dam 25). This major river access point is conveniently located alongside other nearby launches including Cockrell Hollow and Riprap Landing, allowing flexibility for trip planning and shuttle options.

As a boat ramp on the mighty Mississippi River, users should be prepared for a major waterway with significant current and flow. The river averages 11.24 feet per second velocity with substantial average discharge, making it suitable for motorized boats, canoes, and kayaks capable of handling moving water conditions. The relatively gentle average gradient of 0.8 feet per mile means fewer dramatic drops in this section, though paddlers should always be aware of barge traffic, which is common on the Corps of Engineers navigation pools. The area offers access to both the main channel and the sloughs and backwaters popular with anglers and recreational boaters seeking a more sheltered paddling experience.