Access Site
IA
Gwsp Portage Put In 1
City: Waterloo, IA
County: Black Hawk County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.53622515, -92.41076155
Air Temp: --
Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Cedar River
3 runs (2 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
II
Upstream from here (2.1 mi from take-out)
Clay Hole, Cedar Falls (PnP)
0.2 mi
12 ft/mi
II(III)
Upstream from here (40.8 mi from take-out)
Charles City Whitewater
0.3 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**GWSP Portage Put In 1** is a carry-in access point on the West Fork Cedar River in Waterloo, Iowa. This is an ideal put-in for kayakers and canoeists who prefer a simpler launch option without a developed boat ramp. The carry-in design makes it well-suited for paddlers launching smaller watercraft and helps protect the access area from heavy vehicle traffic.
The West Fork Cedar River offers a scenic paddling experience through northeastern Iowa. Before launching, check current water conditions and flow levels, as they can vary seasonally. This access point provides a good starting location for exploring the river corridor in the Waterloo area. Paddlers should plan their trip accordingly based on their skill level and the river's current conditions.
The West Fork Cedar River offers a scenic paddling experience through northeastern Iowa. Before launching, check current water conditions and flow levels, as they can vary seasonally. This access point provides a good starting location for exploring the river corridor in the Waterloo area. Paddlers should plan their trip accordingly based on their skill level and the river's current conditions.
Amenities
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