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Raccoon River Kayaking

Raccoon River Kayaking

Raccoon River Near West Des Moines is located in Polk County in Iowa. If you live in West Des Moines, Cumming, Norwalk, Clive or Windsor Heights you're less than 50 miles from Raccoon River Near West Des Moines which is no more than an hours drive from these locations. Please ensure to adhere to the water regulations for Iowa. Remember, water safety regulations are there to keep everyone safe while enjoying your time out on the water.


Raccoon River Kayaking & Canoeing Report

Here's your kayak and canoe report for today the 26th of July for Raccoon River Near West Des Moines. We access a number of different data resources to provide you with data points to help you make the best decison on where you might want to take your kayak or canoe out on the water. Our reports are as detailed as possible with some cool data when available such as termparature, water flow rate, and of course weather conditions. Of course these should only be used as indicators combined with your own past kayaking and canoeing experience paddling on Raccoon River Near West Des Moines.


Raccoon River Kayaking Map & Location


Raccoon River Kayaking Weather Conditions

Temp Min

70.2°F

Temp Now

80°F

Feels Like

79.3°F

Wind Speed Now

8MPH

Max Speed Max

10.5MPH

Wind Direction

SSW°

Pressure

1010MB

Current Humidity

89°

Avg Humidity

86°

Visibility

6 Miles

Avg Visibility

5 Miles

UV Index Now

0

Daily UV Index

9.3

Sunrise

06:03 AM

Sunset

08:40 PM

Raccoon River Stream Flow

Raccoon River Water Level


Raccoon River Kayaking & Canoeing Water Safety

With an increase in accidents on Iowa waterways in recent years its really important to take heed to local advice to staying safe and well at all time when out paddling. So whether you're in your kayak or a canoe it's important to always be safe by wearing a life jacket no matter how good a swimmer you think you are. You can find all kayaking, canoeng and paddling safety advice for Iowa from Iowa Department Of Natural Resources. Remember, water safety regulations are there to keep everyone alive and safe. Always respect nature when out paddling your kayak or canoe on Raccoon River near West Des Moines.