City: Bellevue, IA
County: Jackson County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.30113036, -90.43360412
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
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
Spruce Creek Park in Bellevue offers excellent public boat launch facilities with two concrete ramps suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The 43-acre park features a full-service boat harbor with 92 dock slips, modern amenities including restrooms, showers, and camping facilities. The boat ramp was recently replaced (completed Summer 2025), ensuring reliable access to both Spruce Creek and the Mississippi River.
**Important tidal consideration**: If launching from Spruce Creek Park, only use the ramp at high tide due to deep mud that makes the ramp unusable at low tide. Plan your trip accordingly and monitor tidal conditions before heading out. The park also offers shelters available for reservation, making it a good base for day trips or extended paddling adventures on this section of the Mississippi River.
**Important tidal consideration**: If launching from Spruce Creek Park, only use the ramp at high tide due to deep mud that makes the ramp unusable at low tide. Plan your trip accordingly and monitor tidal conditions before heading out. The park also offers shelters available for reservation, making it a good base for day trips or extended paddling adventures on this section of the Mississippi River.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access
This recreation area is part of Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
Nearby Boat Facilities
BLANDING LANDING
On-site
Amenities
restrooms