PhotoEssay of Kayaking the Des
Moines River
by Gerry Rowland of Des Moines IA
Low Water, Fast Rapids, Scenic Views:
Ft dodge to Dolliver State Park 10-23-99
Gotch Park to the Ft. Dodge Hydro Park 10-24-99
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10.24.99 The 13 mile paddle was really a challenge. Most of the miles had very little current and contrary winds. I did 12 hours of paddling over two days. The scenery was spectacular both days, with lots of fall color. I've done 260 miles of the Des Moines River since January, with 140 miles to go.
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10.25.99 The river was quite shallow, but the water was fairly clear, and I could see the river bottom much of the time. The trick was to find the channel, which got more difficult as I got into an area of rapids. |
KeokukIA Site
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