Access Site
IA
6th Avenue Ramp
Mississippi River • Beaver Slough
Source: iowa_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Camanche, IA
County: Clinton County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 41.78199035, -90.25013303
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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
The 6th Avenue Ramp provides public boat access to the Mississippi River in Camanche, Clinton County. This major river access point serves kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters looking to launch into one of North America's largest waterways. The ramp is located at coordinates 41.78199, -90.25014 in the heart of Iowa's Mississippi River region.
Paddlers should be prepared for the Mississippi's substantial flow and current at this location. The river averages over 685,000 cubic feet of water per second with an average velocity of 11.2 feet per second, making it suitable for experienced paddlers. As a major river system (Stream Order 10), the Mississippi near Camanche offers extensive water for recreation and fishing. The gentle average gradient of 0.8 feet per mile means relatively consistent conditions along this stretch.
For specific details about ramp amenities, parking, operating hours, and any applicable fees, contact the local parks department or visit the Clinton County Parks and Recreation office. This access point is well-positioned for both day trips and longer paddling expeditions on the Mississippi River.
Paddlers should be prepared for the Mississippi's substantial flow and current at this location. The river averages over 685,000 cubic feet of water per second with an average velocity of 11.2 feet per second, making it suitable for experienced paddlers. As a major river system (Stream Order 10), the Mississippi near Camanche offers extensive water for recreation and fishing. The gentle average gradient of 0.8 feet per mile means relatively consistent conditions along this stretch.
For specific details about ramp amenities, parking, operating hours, and any applicable fees, contact the local parks department or visit the Clinton County Parks and Recreation office. This access point is well-positioned for both day trips and longer paddling expeditions on the Mississippi River.