Kayaking & Canoeing the Ocheyedan River
Iowa paddling guide
- 39 mi
- River mapped
- 10
- Boat launches
- 1
- Campgrounds
- 2
- Counties
The Ocheyedan River is one of Iowa's paddling rivers, tracing roughly 39 mi through Clay and Osceola Counties. Whether you're kayaking, canoeing or tubing, this guide maps every public boat launch and access point on the Ocheyedan 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 Ocheyedan River
10 public access points for putting in and taking out.
- ▸May City Wildlife AreaOsceola Co.
- ▸Ocheyedan Wildlife AreaClay Co.
- ▸Ocheyedan Wildlife AreaClay Co.
- ▸Scharnberg ParkClay Co.
- ▸Scharnberg ParkClay Co.
- ▸Swanson Wildlife Management AreaOsceola Co.
- ▸Thomas Pit Shooting RangeOsceola Co.
- ▸Veldboom Wildlife Management AreaOsceola Co.
- ▸Willow Creek County Recreation AreaOsceola Co.
- ▸Willow Creek Fen AreaOsceola Co.
Camping near the Ocheyedan River
- ⛺Scharnberg County Park
Live Ocheyedan River conditions
River levels change fast. Before you launch, check the live USGS gauges, weather radar and flood-safety status for the Ocheyedan River on the interactive Iowa Paddle map. It flags dangerous high water and dams so you can paddle safely.
Paddle more of Iowa
The Ocheyedan River is just one of dozens of paddleable rivers in the state. Browse the full guide to kayaking & canoeing every river in Iowa.