Catsh Creek Canoe Launch is a kayak and canoe launch in Dubuque, IA. The launch sits in Mines of Spain State Recreation Area. It's run by Iowa DNR. If it's full, Rivers Edge Plaza in Dubuque is 2 miles away.
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Dubuque, IA |
| Water | Catsh Creek |
| Park | Mines of Spain State Recreation Area |
| Surface | natural ground |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
| Managed by | Iowa DNR |
Step by step: How to launch a kayak or canoe.
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Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
Kayak launch guide
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Staging, courtesy docks and the Clean, Drain, Dry laws that can bring a fine.
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Catsh Creek Canoe Launch is in Dubuque, Iowa. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Catsh Creek Canoe Launch.
Catsh Creek, in Dubuque.
The map data has no fee details for Catsh Creek Canoe Launch, so check the signs or Iowa DNR before you go.
Iowa DNR runs Catsh Creek Canoe Launch. Ask them about fees and closures.
East Dubuque Ramp in Dubuque (1.8 miles), Rivers Edge Plaza in Dubuque (2 miles) and Schmitt Island Boat Ramp in Dubuque (3.1 miles).
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