City: Wever, IA
County: Lee County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 40.64966018, -91.18306621
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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
**Location & Facilities:** Green Bay Access is a 1-acre public boat launch site located in Wever, Lee County, Iowa, offering direct access to the Mississippi River. The site features an asphalt ramp and basic amenities including restrooms. A nearby private facility (Mr. Sippi) offers additional services if needed, including camping, transient docking, and supplies.
**River Character:** Paddlers and boaters should be prepared for a major river system with significant flow—the Mississippi averages 685,000 cubic feet per second and maintains an average current velocity of 11.24 feet per second. The river's modest gradient of 0.8 feet per mile creates moderate but persistent current that will significantly impact paddling speed and boat handling. This access point is well-suited for motorboats, larger canoes, and kayaks with experience in flowing water conditions.
**Recreation Opportunities:** The Mississippi River supports abundant freshwater fishing and provides excellent paddling and boating opportunities across its 1,840-mile length. This access point puts you in the heart of Iowa's river corridor, ideal for day trips or longer expeditions. Before launching, paddlers should assess current conditions and their skill level with river currents.
**River Character:** Paddlers and boaters should be prepared for a major river system with significant flow—the Mississippi averages 685,000 cubic feet per second and maintains an average current velocity of 11.24 feet per second. The river's modest gradient of 0.8 feet per mile creates moderate but persistent current that will significantly impact paddling speed and boat handling. This access point is well-suited for motorboats, larger canoes, and kayaks with experience in flowing water conditions.
**Recreation Opportunities:** The Mississippi River supports abundant freshwater fishing and provides excellent paddling and boating opportunities across its 1,840-mile length. This access point puts you in the heart of Iowa's river corridor, ideal for day trips or longer expeditions. Before launching, paddlers should assess current conditions and their skill level with river currents.