City: Ottumwa, IA
County: Wapello County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 41.01199791, -92.41272936
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Des Moines 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
The Ottumwa boat ramp provides hard-surface access to the Des Moines River in Wapello County. This location sits within a well-developed paddling corridor that includes 11 boat ramps between Wapello and Van Buren counties, making it a convenient access point for exploring this stretch of the river. The ramp is located near the Ottumwa Dam area, which marks an important section of the Des Moines River waterway.
Paddlers using this ramp can expect beginner-friendly conditions on nearby sections of the river. The Des Moines River in this region is suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorized boats. For current water conditions, flow information, and any seasonal considerations, contact the local fisheries management biologist. This access point works well for both day trips and longer paddling adventures, as the density of boat ramps in the area allows for flexible trip planning and shuttle options.
Paddlers using this ramp can expect beginner-friendly conditions on nearby sections of the river. The Des Moines River in this region is suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorized boats. For current water conditions, flow information, and any seasonal considerations, contact the local fisheries management biologist. This access point works well for both day trips and longer paddling adventures, as the density of boat ramps in the area allows for flexible trip planning and shuttle options.