Iowa Fishing Pier Directory

Every Fishing Pier in Iowa

228+ fishing piers across Iowa. Saltwater, freshwater, and river access. 18 named piers with details.

Iowa offers 228+ fishing piers, docks, and jetties across the state. From the Mississippi River and Okoboji, there's no shortage of places to cast a line. Popular catches include walleye, catfish, and bass.

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Polk County

15 piers

Dickinson County

11 piers

Bremer County

9 piers

Palo Alto County

8 piers

Johnson County

8 piers

Dubuque

7 piers

Des Moines

7 piers

Linn County

7 piers

Ventura

6 piers

Clay County

6 piers

Union County

6 piers

Webster County

5 piers

Franklin County

5 piers

Cedar Falls

5 piers

Story County

5 piers

Ankeny

4 piers

All 331 Iowa Fishing Piers

Accessible Fishing Pier

West Des Moines

Beckwith Boathouse Dock

Iowa City

Richland Center

Richland Center

Douglas County

Dubuque

Dubuque

Eagle Point Barge and Bar

Town of Jamestown

Fischer Wildelife Area

Mills County

Flint Hills Resources Dock

Dubuque

Gavilon Main Terminal Dock

Dubuque

Land Wall

Dubuque

Newport Landing

Douglas County

Rodger Butteris Handicap Fishing pier

Town of Mifflin

Schmitt Harbor

Dubuque

USACE

Omaha

Walnut Creek Fishing Pier

Papillion

Water Deck

Dallas County

Additional Fishing Spots

Fishing Pier42.2367, -94.0117

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Fishing Pier42.2330, -94.0167

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Fishing Pier41.6774, -93.6142

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Fishing Pier42.5211, -90.7962

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Fishing Pier41.7055, -92.7868

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Fishing Pier43.3495, -90.3891

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Fishing Pier43.0259, -90.2882

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Fishing Pier42.9541, -90.2312

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Fishing Pier42.6808, -90.1225

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Fishing Pier42.5197, -90.6457

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Fishing Pier43.2112, -96.3109

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Fishing Pier43.1248, -93.4749

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Fishing Pier43.1231, -93.4526

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Fishing Pier43.1258, -93.4724

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Fishing Pier43.1260, -93.4662

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Fishing Pier43.1231, -93.4522

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Fishing Pier43.1760, -91.2322

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Fishing Pier43.1789, -94.9400

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Fishing Pier43.1815, -94.9086

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Fishing Pier43.1828, -94.9043

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Iowa Pier Fishing FAQ

How many fishing piers are in Iowa?

PierSeeker lists 228+ fishing piers, docks, and jetties across Iowa.

Do I need a fishing license in Iowa?

Most states require a fishing license even when fishing from a public pier. Check Iowa's fish and wildlife department for current requirements.

What fish can I catch from piers in Iowa?

Popular catches from Iowa piers include walleye, catfish, and bass. Species vary by location and season.

Are fishing piers in Iowa free?

Many fishing piers in Iowa are free to access. Some popular piers may charge a small fee during peak season.

Is PierSeeker free?

Yes, completely free. No login, no account, no fees. Just find your pier and go fish.

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