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Wakpicada Access

Wakpicada Access provides a boat ramp for launching onto the Wapsipinicon River, located south of Central City near the Linn County Fairgrounds off Highway 13.

The 352-acre natural area offers 8 primitive campsites year-round with fire rings, pit vault toilets, and support for equestrian camping, though no water or electricity hookups are available.

Additional recreational opportunities include fishing in ponds and the river, hiking trails, and waterfowl hunting.


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