Matsell Bridge Public Access gives you public access to the water in Anamosa, IA. Closest alternative: Stone City Public Boat Ramp in Anamosa (2.3 miles).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Anamosa, IA |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Details: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Matsell Bridge Public Access is in Anamosa, Iowa. We only have the map location of Matsell Bridge Public Access from OpenStreetMap, and the directions link goes straight to it.
Our data does not say whether Matsell Bridge Public Access charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Paddlers can usually use Matsell Bridge Public Access. Carry the boat to the edge of the ramp or the dock end. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Mon-Maq Dam Walk-in Canoe Landing in Monticello, about 13 miles away.
Stone City Public Boat Ramp in Anamosa (2.3 miles), Brendel Park Boat Ramp in Central City (8.9 miles) and Paris Access in Central City (13 miles).
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