Hruska's Canoe Livery was established in 1970. We are located in the Upper Iowa River Valley in the village of Kendallville, Iowa (accessed right off State Highway 139). The Upper Iowa River flows through the 12-acre park.
The Upper Iowa River can be canoed for about 110 miles, from Lime Springs, Iowa to the Mississippi River. This distance seems to divide naturally into several segments, based on campgrounds and scenery, with each being about long enough for a one-day float. Choose from one of the following routes::
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Lime Springs to Kendallville (about 22 miles) After leaving a very picturesque old mill and dam, the river meanders through gently rolling prairie country, fed by numerous springs.
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Kendallville to Bluffton (About 15 miles) The river flows in large u-shaped bends in a narrow valley, with vertical limestone palisades rising over 100 feet from the water's edge.
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Bluffton to Decorah (About 15 miles) Wooded bluffs rise as high as 330 feet above the river, with occasional rocky cliffs and crags.
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Call for rates and reservations. Cash or check only. No plastic credit or debit cards accepted
The Upper Iowa River flows through the most scenic part of Iowa. the river gradient is over 7 feet per mile. Class 1 rapids are frequent. There are many wild, wooded and scenic sections. Bluffs range from 150-300 feet rising from the river's edge. Springs are frequent and eagles nest in the chimney rock formations. The Upper Iowa River entices many fisherman to try their skill in fishing for small mouth bass and trout.
ENJOY YOUR RIVER TOUR,
THEN CAMP AT BLUFFTON CAMPGROUND
(See below)
Bluffton Campground
2633 W. Ravine Rd, Decorah, IA 52101
563-735-5633
Enjoy These Camping Services:
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Electrical Hookups
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Access to Drinking Water
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Shelter
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Port-a-Pots
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Solar Showers
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Call 563-547-4566 for questions, rates and reservations
Cash or check only
No plastic credit or debit cards accepted
