Mississippi River -- Pool 11 Boat Launch boat launch
Mississippi River -- Pool 11 Boat Launch
The Mississippi River - Pool 11 Boat Launch is a concrete boat ramp that provides access to the Mississippi River. It is a double ramp with a width of 20 feet and is suitable for launching small to medium-sized boats. The boat ramp is managed by the US Fish and Wildlife Service and is open year-round.
The Mississippi River - Pool 11 Boat Launch provides access to Pool 11 of the Mississippi River, which is located between Lock and Dam 10 in Guttenberg, Iowa, and Lock and Dam 11 in Dubuque, Iowa. Pool 11 is a popular fishing destination and is known for its abundance of catfish, walleye, and northern pike.
The Mississippi River - Pool 11 Boat Launch permits a range of watercraft, including motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. However, users are advised to check local regulations and restrictions before launching their boats to ensure compliance with any rules or restrictions.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Mississippi River -- Pool 11 Boat Launch -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Platte River Near Rockville | 287 cfs | → |
| Grant River At Burton | 333 cfs | → |
| Sinsinawa River Near Menominee | 29 cfs | → |
| Turkey River At Garber | 1,760 cfs | → |
| Pecatonica River At Darlington | 305 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
River runs
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Mississippi River -- Pool 11 Boat Launch as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Mississippi River -- Pool 11 Boat Launch
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Mississippi River -- Pool 11 Boat Launch.