Kayaking & Canoeing the Middle Raccoon River
Iowa paddling guide
- 54 mi
- River mapped
- 17
- Boat launches
- 6
- Campgrounds
- 3
- Counties
The Middle Raccoon River is one of Iowa's designated water trails, tracing roughly 54 mi through Carroll, Dallas and Guthrie Counties. Whether you're kayaking, canoeing or tubing, this guide maps every public boat launch and access point on the Middle Raccoon River, the campgrounds nearby, and the live gauge readings you need to plan a safe day paddling in Iowa.
Boat launches & access points on the Middle Raccoon River
17 public access points for putting in and taking out.
- ▸Big Bend Wildlife AreaDallas Co.
- ▸Cowles AccessGuthrie Co.
- ▸Hanging Rock (Check w/ DCCB)Dallas Co.
- ▸Highway 141 River AccessGuthrie Co.
- ▸Lennon MillsGuthrie Co.
- ▸Marlowe Ray Wildlife AreaGuthrie Co.
- ▸Middle Raccoon Boat RampGuthrie Co.
- ▸Middle Raccoon RiverDallas Co.
- ▸Middle Raccoon River AccessGuthrie Co.
- ▸Middle Raccoon River AccessDallas Co.
- ▸P - 28 AccessGuthrie Co.
- ▸Redfield DamDallas Co.
- ▸Riverside ParkCarroll Co.
- ▸Shearer AccessDallas Co.
- ▸Springbrook Lake AccessGuthrie Co.
- ▸Springbrook State ParkGuthrie Co.
- ▸Whiterock Conservancy campground accessGuthrie Co.
Camping near the Middle Raccoon River
- ⛺CampgroundGuthrie Co.
- ⛺Oak Ridge Campground
- ⛺River Campground
- ⛺Riverside Park Campgrounds
- ⛺Springbrook State Park Campground
- ⛺Star-Field Campground
Live Middle Raccoon River conditions
River levels change fast. Before you launch, check the live USGS gauges, weather radar and flood-safety status for the Middle Raccoon River on the interactive Iowa Paddle map. It flags dangerous high water and dams so you can paddle safely.
Paddle more of Iowa
The Middle Raccoon River is just one of dozens of paddleable rivers in the state. Browse the full guide to kayaking & canoeing every river in Iowa.