Access Site
IA
Three Mile Wildlife Area
City: Afton, IA
County: Union County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 41.08593212, -94.23068600
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Location
Interactive access map
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Sevenmile Creek near Thayer, IA
12.7 mi away
Bush Branch Creek near Stanzel, IA
16.1 mi away
Platte River near Diagonal, IA
23.7 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Three Mile Wildlife Area offers a boat ramp providing public access to Threemile Creek in Union County near Afton, Iowa. This 3,500-acre wildlife management area supports a variety of recreational activities beyond paddling and boating, including fishing, hunting, hiking, and wildlife observation. The access point serves as a gateway to exploring the creek and its associated waters.
Paddlers and boaters should be aware that water conditions can fluctuate seasonally, and it's worth checking current conditions before launching, particularly regarding water levels and ramp usability. The area is popular with anglers targeting species like walleye and bass, so expect shared use of the waterway during peak seasons. Given the wildlife management designation, be respectful of seasonal closures and hunting activity, particularly during fall and winter months.
Paddlers and boaters should be aware that water conditions can fluctuate seasonally, and it's worth checking current conditions before launching, particularly regarding water levels and ramp usability. The area is popular with anglers targeting species like walleye and bass, so expect shared use of the waterway during peak seasons. Given the wildlife management designation, be respectful of seasonal closures and hunting activity, particularly during fall and winter months.