Canoeing in Iowa
Guide to Canoeing in Iowa
Iowa is rich with good rivers to canoe, many offering a remote feeling as you paddle past wooded shores. Explore some of these paddling destinations in Iowa:
- Des Moines River
- North Raccoon River
- Lake Red Rock
- Turkey River
Canoeing Locations In Iowa
If you want to plot your own route, check out all paddling locations in Iowa! Search thousands of put-in and take-out locations on our Paddling Locations Map and be sure to download the Go Paddling app where you can save favorites or create and share a float plan!
Plan a Canoeing Trip in Iowa
Over the years, many of our paddlers have paddled throughout Iowa and were so generous to share their paddling experiences with us in a community trip report. Read a few examples of Iowa community trip reports below:
Connect with Paddlers in Iowa
Are you looking to connect with other canoeists about going canoeing in Iowa? Check out the Paddling.com Message Boards for resources to help you get started.