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Michigan whitewater - Black River, Gogebic Range, Gogebic County
Gogebic
county,
Cty 513 to Ramsay section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-II 6.7 miles
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Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Michigan is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. The Cty 513 to Ramsay section of Black River in Michigan is 6.7 miles long and is a class I-II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of spots for that. On this section you do get some distance, good for a one day paddling trip. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are great |
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reasons to come. The beautiful Gogebic Range scenery is an added bonus. This river system is full of great paddling sections, the Cty 513 to Ramsay section is just one of them. The scenic beauty of Michigan and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. You can pitch a tent
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Briefly about the general area:
Summertime highs at Black River frequently tend to be in the 70's while overnight lows are frequently in the 50's. Throughout the wintertime the highs are mostly in the 10's with winter lows in the-10's overnight here at Black River. Black River is a good place of typical rain; the month with most of the rain is June while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation.
The skiing at Blackjack is great. | |
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Black River, Cty 513 to Ramsay road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
QUICK STATS
AW Class:
I-II
Length:
6.7
miles
Average Gradient: 14 fpm
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Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.41011
Longitude: -90.05269
Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.47079
Longitude: -90.00081
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Paddler input for Black River, Michigan:
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Current weather conditions at Black River, Gogebic Range, Michigan
Local climate location: IRONWOOD 9 miles away
         
RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS
There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.
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Americinn - Ironwood, Mi, Ironwood
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9 miles away
Each AmericInn is built with solid masonry construction and the highest sound rating in the industry to allow you the experience of a quiet nights sleep. Business and Leisure Travelers are accommodate...
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Comfort Inn Ironwood, Ironwood
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10 miles away
100% Satisfaction Guarantee. FREE Deluxe Continental Breakfast. Indoor pool and spa. FREE local calls. Kids stay free, 18 and younger with parent or grandparent. In-room coffee makers, hairdryers, and...
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Super 8 Motel - Ironwood, Ironwood
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10 miles away
The Suoer 8 Ironwood is conveniently locate off of fHwy 2, adjacent to snowmobile and ATV trails, 1 mi from downtown Ironwood, and close to many restaurants. The motel features free High Speed Wirele...
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Outdoors Recreation Near Merrill, Wisconsin
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Merrill, Wisconsin, the metro area neareast to Black River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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| | Whitewater Near Black River:
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Black River, Gogebic
County
, 3 miles away, Class II-III - 2.2 miles long (Ramsey to above Gabbro Falls) |
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Powder Mill Creek, Gogebic
County
, 4 miles away, Class II-IV+ - 2 miles long (above Powderhorn Falls to Cty. 513) |
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Planter Creek, Gogebic
County
, 7 miles away, Class III-IV - 1.1 miles long (Highway 28 to Wirtanen Road) |
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Black River, Gogebic
County
, 8 miles away, Class II-III+ - 7.9 miles long (Narrows Park to Conglomerate Falls) |
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Black River, Gogebic
County
, 10 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 2.6 miles long (Conglomerate Falls to Lake Superior) |
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Turtle River, Iron
County
, 11 miles away, Class I(III) - 16.5 miles long (Shea Dam to Turtle/Flambeau Flowage) |
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Copper Creek, Gogebic
County
, 11 miles away, Class II-IV - 4 miles long (logging road to Presque Isle) |
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Montreal River, Iron
County
, 12 miles away, Class II-IV(V) - 3.2 miles long (Highway 2 to Erickson Road) |
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Presque Isle, Gogebic/Ontonagon
County
, 13 miles away, Class III-V - 8.4 miles long (Steigers Bridge to South Boundary Road) |
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Presque Isle, Gogebic
County
, 13 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.1 miles long (South Boundary Road to Lake Superior) |
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| | Ski Areas Near Black River:
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Blackjack, Michigan
, 4 miles away, 465 vertical feet |
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Indianhead, Michigan
, 5 miles away, 638 vertical feet |
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Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan
, 6 miles away, 600 vertical feet |
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Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin
, 26 miles away, 400 vertical feet |
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Porcupine Mountain, Michigan
, 32 miles away, 641 vertical feet |
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Lutsen, Minnesota
, 75 miles away, 1088 vertical feet |
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Granite Peak, Wisconsin
, 76 miles away, 700 vertical feet |
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Ski Brule, Michigan
, 94 miles away, 500 vertical feet |
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Christie Mountain, Wisconsin
, 104 miles away, 350 vertical feet |
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Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin
, 125 miles away, 265 vertical feet |
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| | Hotels Near Black River:
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Americinn - Ironwood, Mi, Ironwood
, 9 miles away |
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Comfort Inn Ironwood, Ironwood
, 10 miles away |
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Super 8 Motel - Ironwood, Ironwood
, 10 miles away |
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Budget Host Cloverland Motel Ironwood, Ironwood
, 11 miles away |
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Hurley Days Inn, Hurley
, 11 miles away |
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