Riverside Park

Riverside Park offers a basic public access point to the Mississippi River's Pool 10 in Cassville, Grant County. This informal launch area provides parking near the Riverside Park sign and is suitable for kayakers and canoeists looking to access the river. However, note that downstream access is limited—rapids, shallows, and rock formations prevent travel downriver from this location, so plan your paddling accordingly.

The Mississippi River at this location is a major waterway with substantial flow (averaging over 685,000 cubic feet per second) and current speeds around 11 feet per second. Paddlers should be prepared for a powerful river environment and exercise caution, particularly given the rapids downstream. This section falls within the scenic Upper Mississippi River Valley between Lynxville, WI and Guttenberg, IA, offering beautiful natural surroundings for those launching upstream or exploring protected sections of Pool 10.

For more amenities and improved facilities, nearby options include several private marinas and municipal access points in the region that offer concrete or asphalt ramps, camping, restrooms, and other services. Consult the Mississippi River Companion guide for detailed maps and additional boat launches along the waterway.