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Access Site IA

Stone City

Wapsipinicon River

Source: iowa_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Anamosa, IA
County: Jones County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.11056948, -91.34942640
12341 Dearborn Dr, Anamosa, IA 52205, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Wapsipinicon River near Anamosa, IA Same River 4.6 mi away
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Wapsipinicon River at Independence, IA Same River 37.1 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Wapsipinicon River
1 run
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
II(III) Upstream from here (13.9 mi from take-out) Central City Dam Bypass Channel (PnP)
0.1 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Stone City Access site offers a convenient public entry point to the Wapsipinicon River near Anamosa. This one-acre facility features a hard-surfaced boat ramp and parking lot, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters. The site provides access to the scenic Wapsipinicon River valley and serves as one of several launch points along this popular paddling corridor in Jones County.

This access point is well-positioned for paddlers exploring the river's middle section. Stone City connects well with other nearby access sites, including Anamosa Boat Ramp (above the dam), Wapsipinicon State Park (below the dam), and several other public launches downstream. The improved ramp and parking amenities make it a reliable starting point for day trips or longer paddling adventures on the Wapsipinicon.