Start Point: Highway 61 Access (near Wapello, Iowa) NOTE: Due to erosion by high waters, this access is currently unusable for canoeS/kayaks
End Point: Schwob Landing (in Wapello, Iowa)
Length: 3.8 miles Float time: 1.5 hours at moderate pace
Maps: Download printable map (.pdf ~650 KB) Link to map page
Description
Put in at Highway 61 Access (carry-down - no ramp) and take a short, but scenic, float to Schwob Landing in Wapello. There are a few cabins on both sides of the river as your start downstream, but most of this stretch is bordered by Mill Race Flats Wildlife Area.
You'll see downtown Wapello straight ahead as you approach and then after a sweeping bend to the left, you'll see the County Road 99 bridge. Schwob Landing is just a short distance past the bridge, on the right side of the river. There is a hard surface boat ramp and parking. You'll be right in Wapello and will find groceries, gas, camping, hotels and restaurants there.
Amenities
At Highway 61 Access: carry-down to water (no ramp), parking CURRENTLY NOT ACCESSIBLE BY CANOE OR KAYAK
Near Highway 61 Access: food, gas, hotel, at Wapello (2 miles)
At Schwob Landing: hard surface boat ramp, parking
Near Schwob Landing: food, gas, hotels at Wapello (0 miles)
Coordinates
Highway 61 Access latitude/longitude: 41.215417, 91.198445
Schwob Landing latitude/longitude: 41.176986, 91.181104,
