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Take a Trip on the Maquoketa River!  Rent Canoes, Kayaks, or Tubes in Iowa!


Come and enjoy one of Eastern Iowa's hidden treasures.  If you are looking for adventure that will appeal to families, groups, church groups, girl scouts, boy scouts or just an individual looking for a day trip, you have found the answer. Anderson Rentals and Sales is the premiere outfitter for scenic tours of the beautiful Maquoketa River. 



The Scenic River Trip:
You will begin your trip at Canton and float, or paddle downstream to the Royertown Bridge Access. Along this 8 mile section of the river, you can enjoy Iowa at it's best, with the towering biuffs, trees and wildlife. There are two public access stops on the way. 3 miles from Canton is the 283 acre, Buzzard Ridge Wildlife Area. Another 3 miles downstream is the Millertown Access, just 2.5 before Royertown and the end of your trip.





Specs.
The 8 mile trip takes 3 hours when paddling a canoe or kayak and up to 6 if just floating in a tube. These times don't include any stops.
Everyone must be off the river before dark.
A
ll participants must sign the liability release and indemnity agreement.

 

 

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