Howell Station Recreation Boat Ramp
Howell Station Recreation Boat Ramp
Howell Station Recreation Ramp provides boat access on the Des Moines River just below Red Rock Dam in Marion County, Iowa, with a dedicated boat ramp facility for launching watercraft.
The location offers easy river access for anglers and paddlers, with nearby amenities including a full campground with 143 electric hookup sites, flush toilets, showers, and two dump stations.
This is a popular Army Corps of Engineers facility open seasonally (April-October) that serves as an excellent access point for boating, fishing, and water recreation on Iowa's largest lake system.
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