Michigan whitewater - Baltimore River, Gogebic Range, Ontonagon County Ontonagon county, Highway 45 to Highway 45 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV+     5.4 miles   The Highway 45 to Highway 45 stretch of Baltimore River is 5.4 miles long and it is classified as a class III-IV+ section by American Whitewater. The average Michigan whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. The scenic beauty of Ontonagon County and the water flowing gracefully down Baltimore River are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The Highway 45 to Highway 45 stretch is the only paddling stretch     along Baltimore River. This is a pretty decent length section, suitable for an afternoon trip. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The Gogebic Range scenery is wonderful. Briefly about the general area: An average amount of rain falls at Baltimore River; most of the rain falls all through August, and the driest of the months is February. A spree to Baltimore River wouldn't be complete without taking a look at O Kun   de Kun Falls, and there's wonderful hiking along the North Country National Scenic Trail. Through the months of summer here at Baltimore River, high temperatures typically reach the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures dip down into the 50's. For the duration of the winter highs are regularly in the 10's, and night lows in the-10's for Baltimore River. But wait, there's more amusing stuff to do in the Gogebic Range. Baltimore River, Highway 45 to Highway 45 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-IV+ Length: 5.4 miles Average Gradient: 47 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.63904 Longitude: -89.17891 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.7001 Longitude: -89.1591 Paddler input for Baltimore River, Michigan: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Baltimore River, Gogebic Range, Michigan Local climate location: BERGLAND DAM 18 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Baltimore River.   Whitewater Near Baltimore River: Sandstone Creek, Ontonagon County , 1 miles away, Class IV - 1 miles long (Roadside along Highway 45) Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 4 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.3 miles long (Victoria Falls dam to Victoria Dam Road) Ontonagon River East Branch, Ontonagon County , 4 miles away, Class II-III - 7.5 miles long (East Branch Road to Highway 45) Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Ontonagon County , 5 miles away, Class I-III - 25 miles long (Highway 2 to Highway 45) Ontonagon River - South Branch, Ontonagon County , 6 miles away, Class I-III - 19.4 miles long (Highway 28 to W Br Ontonagon) Ontonagon River, Ontonagon County , 7 miles away, Class I-II - 23.1 miles long (Highway 45 to Ontonagon) Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 10 miles away, Class I-III - 13.4 miles long (Norwich Road to Victoria Falls Dam) Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Ontonagon County , 12 miles away, Class II - 7.7 miles long (Below Bond Falls to Highway 28) Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Gobebic/Ontonagon County , 16 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 8.4 miles long (Burned Dam Camp Ground to Bond Falls Flowage) Ontonagon River, Ontonagon County , 21 miles away, Class I-II(IV) - 9.7 miles long (Thayer Road to FS Road 178)   Ski Areas Near Baltimore River: Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 34 miles away, 641 vertical feet Ski Brule, Michigan , 44 miles away, 500 vertical feet Indianhead, Michigan , 56 miles away, 638 vertical feet Blackjack, Michigan , 58 miles away, 465 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 64 miles away, 600 vertical feet Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 86 miles away, 400 vertical feet Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 90 miles away, 700 vertical feet Norway Mountain, Michigan , 99 miles away, 500 vertical feet Lutsen, Minnesota , 117 miles away, 1088 vertical feet Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin , 121 miles away, 265 vertical feet   Hotels Near Baltimore River: Americinn - Silver City, Mi, Silver City , 15 miles away Wild Eagle Lodge, Eagle River , 34 miles away Settle Inn & Stes Eagle River, Eagle River , 35 miles away Best Western Derby Inn, Eagle River , 35 miles away Eagle River Days Inn, Eagle River , 36 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Baltimore River: Tom's Tours and Campground, Ontonagon, 8 miles away Paulging Pond Campground and Picnic Area, Ontonagon County, 14 miles away River Pines RV Park and Campgrounds, Ontonagon, 14 miles away   Trails Near Baltimore River: North Country National Scenic Trail, Ontonagon County , 4 miles away   National Parks Near Baltimore River: Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 47 miles away