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Access Site IA

Gwsp Portage Put In 1

West Fork Cedar River

Source: iowa_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Waterloo, IA
County: Black Hawk County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.53622515, -92.41076155
GHPQ+FM Waterloo, IA, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
West Fork Cedar River at Finchford, IA Same River 9.3 mi away
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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
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.
III 76 mi away Palisades-Kepler State Park (PnP)
0.6 mi
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.
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