Hills Access Boat Ramp
Hills Access Boat Ramp
Hills Access is a 40-acre park with a boat ramp providing access to the Iowa River and the Iowa River Water Trail, located one-half mile east of Hills.
The facility offers 20 campsites (7 non-electric at $10/night, 13 electric at $15/night), picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and a playground, making it a popular launch or takeout point for paddlers and a good fishing access location.
The site is open year-round with camping available April 15–October 15.
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