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The Cottage Reserve Road Northeast ramp provides mid-lake access to Lake McBride's south arm in Solon. This single-lane concrete ramp features paved parking and is conveniently located off Cottage Reserve Road Extension on the north shore of the south arm. The facility is well-suited for kayakers, canoeists, and larger recreational boats launching onto this scenic Iowa lake.
Lake McBride is a multi-purpose reservoir offering good paddling opportunities across its north and south arms. Beyond this launch site, paddlers will find additional amenities throughout the lake, including a modern northern unit with expanded facilities and a primitive southern campground with fishing jetties. The area is surrounded by outdoor recreation options, including nearby Coralville Lake and the Herbert Hoover National Historic Site. Multiple campgrounds within 10 miles (including Linder Point, Cottonwood, and Tailwater West) make the location convenient for weekend trips or extended paddling excursions.