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Canoeing
Bicycling | Canoeing |
Camping |
Fishing |
Hiking
As the gathering place for three major rivers, Crawford County is rich in
opportunities for canoeists. Whether plying the
backwaters of the Mighty Mississippi, the
majestic Wisconsin, or the meandering Kickapoo; you will find the perfect
setting for your canoeing adventure. From broad river basins to
secluded valleys, the Driftless topography offers a stunning backdrop to a
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Boat
Landings - Map (PDF 529kb)
Landings are available at regular intervals along all major rivers.
Access points are marked on our Crawford County Map, which can be ordered by
email or calling toll-free: 866-452-7967. Landings can be found on
each river:
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Mississippi River at: DeSoto, Ferryville, Lynxville, Gordon's Bay,
Wyalusing State Park, and several locations in Prairie du Chien
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Wisconsin River at: Bridgeport and Wauzeka
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Kickapoo River at: Soldiers Grove, Gays Mills, Steuben, and Wauzeka (the
Kickapoo is navigable on the upper portions served by outfitters, while
the lower section remains more challenging, with numerous deadfalls
obstructing the channel)
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Crooked River Resort - Readstown
The Kickapoo River is the perfect paddling
river. Both challenging and serene, its current is a mild 2 1/2 mph. We
provide you with canoes or kayaks, paddles, life jackets, seat cushions,
directions and shuttle. We can provide shuttle service for your own
boat too. We are open for paddling in April and into October or even
November, depending on the mildness of the weather.
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Willie &
Nellie’s Place – Prairie du Chien
Located at the gateway to St. Feriole Island, 400 W Blackhawk
Ave, Prairie du Chien. Canoes, fishing boats, paddle boats, pontoons, bikes,
fresh bait & fishing information, 18 hole mini golf course, The Root Beer
Stand, The Bait Shanty. 608-326-8602 |
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