Iowa whitewater - Des Moines River, Webster County Webster county, Breens section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III     0.1 miles   This stretch of Des Moines River in Webster County is 0.1 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III section of whitewater. If you're coming from Fort Dodge it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more forgiving, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. The beautiful scenery of Iowa     and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream make the trip here worthwhile. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. This is the only paddling section along Des Moines River. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. Lodging is available near the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with not too many other places for that. Briefly about the general area: The yearly precipitation here at Des Moines River is about average; most of the rain falls through June while January is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Summer brings highs in the 80's to Des Moines River, and during summer nights   temperatures are in the 60's. The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 20's; after the sun is down throughout the wintertime temperatures at Des Moines River plunge into the 0's. Des Moines River, Breens road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III Length: 0.1 miles Average Gradient: 6 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.5536 Longitude: -94.2091 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.5535 Longitude: -94.2091 Paddler input for Des Moines River, Iowa: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Des Moines River, Iowa Local climate location: HUMBOLDT 7 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Starlite Village, Fort Dodge 2 miles away This full service Fort Dodge, Iowa hotel is located 1 mile from downtown and a few minutes from a variety of local sights and attractions. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, visitors stayin... Budget Host Inn Fort Dodge, Fort Dodge 4 miles away When you stay at Budget Host inn, you will find exceptional quality and value. With more than 160 inns and 7,000 guest rooms in 37 states. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Des Moines River.   Whitewater Near Des Moines River: Soldiers Creek, Webster County , 3 miles away, Class I-II - 1 miles long (park to mouth) Lizard Creek - SouthBr., Webster County , 5 miles away, Class I-II - 12 miles long (D22 to mouth) Boone River, -blank- County , 29 miles away, Class I(II) - 0.5 miles long (Park and Play) Briggs Woods Spillway - Ditch 166, Hamilton County , 29 miles away, Class II-III+ - 0.3 miles long (Webster City)   Ski Areas Near Des Moines River: Seven Oaks, Iowa , 32 miles away, 275 vertical feet Riverside Hills, Iowa , 61 miles away, 190 vertical feet Mount Kato, Minnesota , 81 miles away, 240 vertical feet Fun Valley, Iowa , 124 miles away, 240 vertical feet Buck Hill, Minnesota , 128 miles away, 309 vertical feet Hyland Ski, Minnesota , 130 miles away, 175 vertical feet Powder Ridge, Minnesota , 142 miles away, 290 vertical feet Welch Village, Minnesota , 144 miles away, 350 vertical feet Afton Alps, Minnesota , 153 miles away, 350 vertical feet Snow Creek, Missouri , 166 miles away, 300 vertical feet   Hotels Near Des Moines River: Best Western Starlite Village, Fort Dodge , 2 miles away Budget Host Inn Fort Dodge, Fort Dodge , 4 miles away Comfort Inn Ft. Dodge, Fort Dodge , 4 miles away Fort Dodge Days Inn, Fort Dodge , 5 miles away Country Inn And Suites By Carlson Fort Dodge, Fort Dodge , 5 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Des Moines River: Bushey Creek Campground Phone, Lehigh, 14 miles away   Trails Near Des Moines River: Brushy Creek Trail, Webster County , 18 miles away   Golf Courses Near Des Moines River: Sunkissed Meadows Golf Course, Fort Dodge , 2 miles away Lakeside Municipal Golf Course, Fort Dodge , 3 miles away   Lakes Near Des Moines River