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Wapsi Bluff Access

Wapsi Bluff Access is a carry-down access point on the Wapsipinicon River featuring limited parking and a long, narrow lane that may be difficult to navigate during high water.

The put-in serves as the starting point for paddling to Cutshall Access and Robert "Chic" McGlaughlin Access, with shallower water and flatter landscape than other sections of the water trail; downed trees are common obstacles.

A shortened trip option is available by starting instead from Cutshall Access, which provides more vehicle parking space.


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