Brendel Park Boat Ramp, a public boat ramp on Wapsipinicon River, is located in Central City. The drive from Cedar Rapids covers roughly 15 miles as the crow flies. Closest alternative: Paris Access in Central City (4 miles).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Central City, IA |
| Water | Wapsipinicon River |
| Park | Brendel Park |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
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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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Brendel Park Boat Ramp is in Central City, Iowa. Open the map link to see where Brendel Park Boat Ramp sits on the shore.
It gives you access to Wapsipinicon River.
The map data has no fee details for Brendel Park Boat Ramp, so check the signs or the agency that runs it before you go.
Paddlers can usually use Brendel Park Boat Ramp. Carry the boat to the edge of the ramp or the dock end. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Bailey's Ford Access in Manchester, about 18 miles away.
Paris Access in Central City (4 miles), Dix Road Access in Central City (7 miles) and Matsell Bridge Public Access in Anamosa (8.9 miles).
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