Three Elms Access is a public boat ramp on Wapsipinicon River in Independence, IA. From Cedar Rapids it's roughly 33 miles in a straight line. Closest alternative: Wapsipinicon River Access in Independence (2.9 miles).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Independence, IA |
| Water | Wapsipinicon River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
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Our checklist: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
Illustration Bestseller Attwood 7524A7 snap-handle drain plug The forgotten drain plug is the classic ramp mistake. A spare in the glove box saves the day. View on Amazon 
Illustration Top pick Bungee dock lines with quick connect, shock absorbing Clip on in seconds while your partner parks the trailer. The bungee keeps the boat off the dock in wakes. View on Amazon 
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.
Launch checklistStill waiting for the first review of this launch.
Three Elms Access is in Independence, Iowa. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Three Elms Access.
It gives you access to Wapsipinicon River.
Our data does not say whether Three Elms Access charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Yes in most cases. At busy times, wait for a gap between trailers at Three Elms Access. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is Dundee Access in Strawberry Point, about 18 miles away.
Wapsipinicon River Access in Independence (2.9 miles), Robert McGlaughlin Easement Access in Jesup (9.5 miles) and Koutny Pond - Hoffman Woods Area Boat Ramp in Urbana (12 miles).
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