Kayaking & Canoeing the Black Hawk Creek
Iowa paddling guide
- 35 mi
- River mapped
- 6
- Boat launches
- 0
- Campgrounds
- 2
- Counties
The Black Hawk Creek is one of Iowa's paddling rivers, tracing roughly 35 mi through Black Hawk and Grundy Counties. Whether you're kayaking, canoeing or tubing, this guide maps every public boat launch and access point on the Black Hawk Creek, the campgrounds nearby, and the live gauge readings you need to plan a safe day paddling in Iowa.
Boat launches & access points on the Black Hawk Creek
6 public access points for putting in and taking out.
- ▸Black Hawk Creek Wildlife AreaGrundy Co.
- ▸Franck Park AccessBlack Hawk Co.
- ▸Grundy Center Access (Kiwanis Park)Grundy Co.
- ▸Hope Martin ParkBlack Hawk Co.
- ▸Ranchero Rd AccessBlack Hawk Co.
- ▸Strobehn ParkGrundy Co.
Live Black Hawk Creek conditions
River levels change fast. Before you launch, check the live USGS gauges, weather radar and flood-safety status for the Black Hawk Creek on the interactive Iowa Paddle map. It flags dangerous high water and dams so you can paddle safely.
Paddle more of Iowa
The Black Hawk Creek is just one of dozens of paddleable rivers in the state. Browse the full guide to kayaking & canoeing every river in Iowa.