James Kipp Recreation Area serves as the primary takeout point for boaters floating the Upper Missouri National Wild and Scenic River's badlands section, featuring a concrete boat ramp, 34 no-hookup campsites (accommodating RVs up to 40 feet), vault toilets, RV dump station, and drinking water.

Located at river mile 149 where Highway 191 crosses the Missouri River valley, this developed facility offers first-come, first-served camping and is open year-round, making it an ideal terminus for multi-day paddling trips from upstream launch points like Judith Landing.