Gates Bridge

Gates Bridge provides a boat ramp access point on the Shell Rock River near Greene in Floyd County. This is a straightforward launch facility suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boats looking to access this interior Iowa waterway. The ramp approach points downstream, so note that it can be difficult to spot from the river until you're very close—plan accordingly if you're arriving by water.

The Shell Rock River is one of Iowa's many productive interior streams, offering paddlers a scenic experience through a landscape featuring forested shorelines. This location serves as a convenient access point for day trips or longer paddling adventures. As with many county conservation access areas across Iowa's extensive network of 296 boat ramps and 676 stream/river access sites, basic facilities are typically available. Plan your trip accordingly and check local conditions before launching.