Bluffton Fir Stand Access provides a public canoe launch at river mile 73.

4 on the Upper Iowa River, offering access to one of the most scenic stretches featuring dramatic 140-foot limestone bluffs and the 94-acre Bluffton Fir Stand State Preserve with over 340 native plant species.

The access point is located on 244th Avenue with good parking and is positioned between Bluffton Bluff Access (1. 6 miles upstream) and Malanaphy Springs Access (8.

4 miles downstream), making it ideal for 30-45 minute paddles or as part of longer multi-day trips. This segment is known for exceptional water clarity, towering palisades, and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.