Access Site
IA
9Th Avenue Ramp
Mississippi River • Beaver Slough
Source: iowa_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Clinton, IA
County: Clinton County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 41.85320848, -90.18413455
Air Temp: --
Location
Live Webcam
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 9th Avenue Ramp provides public access to the Mississippi River at Clinton, making it a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters exploring this major waterway. As a gravel ramp with shallow access, it's well-suited for smaller boats and paddlecraft. The site is managed by local authorities, and users should contact the Clinton County Sheriff's non-emergency line at (563) 568-4521 for current conditions or access questions.
Paddlers should be aware of the Mississippi River's significant size and power at this location. With an average flow of 685,000 cubic feet per second and a velocity of 11.24 feet per second, the river presents the characteristics of a major stream—expect strong currents and substantial water volume. The river's gentle average gradient of 0.8 feet per mile means relatively consistent conditions along this stretch. Kayakers and canoeists should have solid paddle skills and be prepared for commercial barge traffic. Anglers will find excellent freshwater fishing opportunities, as the Mississippi supports diverse fish populations throughout its 1,840-mile length.
Paddlers should be aware of the Mississippi River's significant size and power at this location. With an average flow of 685,000 cubic feet per second and a velocity of 11.24 feet per second, the river presents the characteristics of a major stream—expect strong currents and substantial water volume. The river's gentle average gradient of 0.8 feet per mile means relatively consistent conditions along this stretch. Kayakers and canoeists should have solid paddle skills and be prepared for commercial barge traffic. Anglers will find excellent freshwater fishing opportunities, as the Mississippi supports diverse fish populations throughout its 1,840-mile length.