East Dubuque Ramp, a public boat ramp on Mississippi River, is located in Dubuque. From Cedar Rapids it's roughly 61 miles in a straight line. If it's full, A.Y. McDonald Park Boat Ramp in Dubuque is 2.3 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Dubuque, IA |
| Water | Mississippi River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Mississippi River has 3 more public launches besides East Dubuque Ramp. Boat ramps on Mississippi River
Step by step: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
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Illustration Master Lock trailer coupler lock (fits 1-7/8", 2", 2-5/16") Your trailer sits alone in the ramp lot all day. A coupler lock keeps it where you left it. View on Amazon We haven't tested these ourselves; we chose them by size and specs. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. Check the current price on Amazon.
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
Loading guide Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
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East Dubuque Ramp is in Dubuque, Iowa. The directions button above routes you to the pin for East Dubuque Ramp.
East Dubuque Ramp is on Mississippi River.
Our data does not say whether East Dubuque Ramp charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Kayaks are usually fine at East Dubuque Ramp as long as trailers can still get through. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Rivers Edge Plaza in Dubuque, about under 1 mile away.
Rivers Edge Plaza in Dubuque (under 1 mile), Schmitt Island Boat Ramp in Dubuque (1 mile) and Catsh Creek Canoe Launch in Dubuque (1.8 miles).
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