Kayaking & Canoeing the Buffalo Creek
Iowa paddling guide
- 35 mi
- River mapped
- 9
- Boat launches
- 1
- Campgrounds
- 2
- Counties
The Buffalo Creek is one of Iowa's paddling rivers, tracing roughly 35 mi through Jones and Linn Counties. Whether you're kayaking, canoeing or tubing, this guide maps every public boat launch and access point on the Buffalo 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 Buffalo Creek
9 public access points for putting in and taking out.
- ▸Buffalo Creek ParkLinn Co.
- ▸Coggon AccessLinn Co.
- ▸Fremont Road AccessJones Co.
- ▸Hill's Mill RoadLinn Co.
- ▸Nugents RoadLinn Co.
- ▸Prairieburg RoadLinn Co.
- ▸Rehrauer Natural AreaLinn Co.
- ▸Ridge RoadJones Co.
- ▸Sawyer RoadLinn Co.
Camping near the Buffalo Creek
- ⛺Walnut Grove Campground at Buffalo Creek Park
Live Buffalo Creek conditions
River levels change fast. Before you launch, check the live USGS gauges, weather radar and flood-safety status for the Buffalo Creek on the interactive Iowa Paddle map. It flags dangerous high water and dams so you can paddle safely.
Paddle more of Iowa
The Buffalo Creek is just one of dozens of paddleable rivers in the state. Browse the full guide to kayaking & canoeing every river in Iowa.