Van Meter Recreation Complex Boat Ramp gives you public access to the water on Raccoon River in Van Meter, IA. The drive from Des Moines covers roughly 18 miles as the crow flies. If it's full, Booneville Access in Van Meter is 3.3 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Van Meter, IA |
| Water | Raccoon River |
| Park | Van Meter Recreation Complex |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Raccoon River has 3 more public launches besides Van Meter Recreation Complex Boat Ramp. All launches on Raccoon River
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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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Van Meter Recreation Complex Boat Ramp is in Van Meter, Iowa. Use the directions button, which routes to the exact pin of Van Meter Recreation Complex Boat Ramp.
Van Meter Recreation Complex Boat Ramp is on Raccoon River.
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Generally yes. Unload away from the lane and launch quickly.
Booneville Access in Van Meter (3.3 miles), Raccoon River Park Boat Ramp in West Des Moines (11 miles) and Lew Clarkson Park Boat Ramp in Johnston (15 miles).
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