Access Site
IA
Puckerbrush Access
City: Adel, IA
County: Dallas County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 41.56461217, -93.95272249
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on North Raccoon River
1 runDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
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About This Access Site
Located in Adel, about 10 miles west of Des Moines, Puckerbrush Access offers a concrete boat ramp suitable for both paddlers and motorboats on the North Raccoon River. The access sits within a 31-acre wildlife refuge and provides a popular put-in and take-out point for canoe and kayak floats along the North Raccoon River Water Trail. The facility includes parking for vehicles and trailers, with directional signage indicating distances to nearby access points and amenities.
This access is managed by Dallas County Conservation and is ideal for scenic paddling trips. An accessible trail connects the parking area to the river's edge, and the site supports various recreational activities including fishing and wildlife viewing. Paddlers using this access should consult current water conditions and check local regulations before launching. The North Raccoon River Water Trail offers multiple access points throughout Dallas County, making multi-day trips or shuttle paddles feasible for kayakers and canoeists of varying skill levels.
This access is managed by Dallas County Conservation and is ideal for scenic paddling trips. An accessible trail connects the parking area to the river's edge, and the site supports various recreational activities including fishing and wildlife viewing. Paddlers using this access should consult current water conditions and check local regulations before launching. The North Raccoon River Water Trail offers multiple access points throughout Dallas County, making multi-day trips or shuttle paddles feasible for kayakers and canoeists of varying skill levels.