Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:30 PM
- Water level
- 5.12 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 Wapsipinicon River
Updated 27 min agoSource: USGS station 05421000 — Wapsipinicon River at Independence, IA · 1.3 mi from Wapsipinicon River
Launch Light & Moon — July 30
local timeFull Moon (98% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Three Elms Access
| Location | Independence, Iowa |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Wapsipinicon River |
| Access Type | Public |
| Coordinates | 42.455576, -91.869925 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Buchanan County |
Three Elms Access is a boat launch providing access to Wapsipinicon River in Independence, Iowa at coordinates 42.45558, -91.86993.
Three Elms Access is a boat launch on Wapsipinicon River in Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Independence • public launch in Buchanan County • fishing access on Wapsipinicon River • Iowa boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Three Elms Access
What water does Three Elms Access access?
Three Elms Access provides boat launch access to Wapsipinicon River in Independence, Iowa.
How do I get to Three Elms Access?
Three Elms Access is located at coordinates 42.455576, -91.869925 in Independence, 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 Three Elms Access includes 6 other public boat ramps within 12.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.