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Paris Bridge Access

Paris Bridge Natural Area offers canoe access to the Wapsipinicon River with limited parking near the historic 1876 Paris Bridge.

This is a leisurely put-in point for paddlers floating downstream to Pinicon Ridge Park, and also serves as the shuttle drop-off point for the 2-hour canoe trip from Pinicon Ridge Park.


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