Lake Rathbun Area - Buck Creek East Boat Ramp is a public boat ramp in Centerville, IA. Des Moines is the nearest big city, about 64 miles away. The next public ramp is Island View Slipway in Centerville, about 1.8 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Centerville, IA |
| Water | Buck Creek |
| Park | Lake Rathbun Area - Buck Creek East |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
More in our guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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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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Lake Rathbun Area - Buck Creek East Boat Ramp is in Centerville, Iowa. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks Lake Rathbun Area - Buck Creek East Boat Ramp itself.
It gives you access to Buck Creek.
Our data does not say whether Lake Rathbun Area - Buck Creek East Boat Ramp charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Most likely, if you launch from the side of Lake Rathbun Area - Buck Creek East Boat Ramp and don't block the lane.
Island View Slipway in Centerville (1.8 miles), Island View Campground Slipway in Centerville (2.2 miles) and Bridgeview Slipway in Centerville (7.2 miles).
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