Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:54 PM
- Water level
- 5.86 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Iowa River
Updated 38 min agoSource: USGS station 05450400 — Iowa River at Steamboat Rock, IA · 3 mi from Iowa River
Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (72% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Iowa River Boat Ramp
| Location | Alden, Iowa |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Iowa River |
| Access Type | Public |
| Coordinates | 42.523210, -93.379360 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Hardin County |
Iowa River Boat Ramp is a boat launch providing access to Iowa River in Alden, Iowa at coordinates 42.52321, -93.37936.
Iowa River Boat Ramp is a boat launch on Iowa River in Alden, Hardin County, Iowa. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 3 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Alden • public launch in Hardin County • fishing access on Iowa River • Iowa boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Iowa River Boat Ramp
What water does Iowa River Boat Ramp access?
Iowa River Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Iowa River in Alden, Iowa.
How do I get to Iowa River Boat Ramp?
Iowa River Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 42.523210, -93.379360 in Alden, Iowa. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Iowa River Boat Ramp includes 3 other public boat ramps within 13.7 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.