City: Prairie du Chien, IA
County: Crawford County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.09486831, -91.14624770
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Location
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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
Located in Prairie du Chien along the Mississippi River, Winneshiek Lane provides public access to Pool 9 of this major waterway. This launch point serves kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore the scenic Upper Mississippi River Valley between Genoa, WI and Lynxville, WI.
The Mississippi River at this location is a large, powerful waterway with an average flow of 685,000+ cubic feet per second and velocities around 11 feet per second. Paddlers should be prepared for significant current and plan accordingly for their skill level and experience. The river in this region offers diverse recreational opportunities, from day paddles and sandbars to exploring sloughs and backwaters, as well as fishing access.
The area near Prairie du Chien offers additional recreation options, including nearby Effigy Mounds National Monument and various county parks and facilities. Before heading out, paddlers should check current water conditions and be aware that the Mississippi's flow and current can vary seasonally.
The Mississippi River at this location is a large, powerful waterway with an average flow of 685,000+ cubic feet per second and velocities around 11 feet per second. Paddlers should be prepared for significant current and plan accordingly for their skill level and experience. The river in this region offers diverse recreational opportunities, from day paddles and sandbars to exploring sloughs and backwaters, as well as fishing access.
The area near Prairie du Chien offers additional recreation options, including nearby Effigy Mounds National Monument and various county parks and facilities. Before heading out, paddlers should check current water conditions and be aware that the Mississippi's flow and current can vary seasonally.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Mississippi River - Pool 9
Located within
Effigy Mounds National Monument
Located within
Driftless Area National Wildlife Refuge
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