Michigan whitewater - Carp River, Gogebic Range, Ontonagon/Gogebic County

Ontonagon/Gogebic county, above Shining Cloud Falls to Lake Superior section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 



CLASS IV(V)     1.7 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that many runs in this state are very easy. This section of Carp River is 1.7 miles long and has been rated as a class IV(V) section by American Whitewater. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of places for that. This is a pretty short section so no need to bring snacks. The beautiful Gogebic
    Range scenery is an added bonus. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. The natural beauty of Ontonagon/Gogebic County and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep
you coming back for more. Carp River doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches, the above Shining Cloud Falls to Lake Superior stretch is the only one.

Briefly about the general area:
Shining Cloud Falls is a pretty location to stop at while you're at Carp River; a short trip to Traders Falls is always worthwhile. That right there is lots of fun stuff already but it goes on, the Gogebic Range has it all.
The annual rain here at Carp River is about average; the month of June is the wettest with most of the rain, and February is the month with
 
the least moisture. During the days of summer highs here at Carp River reach the 70's while night lows are commonly in the 50's. Highs during the wintertime are ordinarily in the 10's, and after the sun is down all through the winter temperatures at Carp River descend into the-10's.

Carp River, above Shining Cloud Falls to Lake Superior road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV(V)
Length: 1.7 miles
Average Gradient: 149 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.75964
Longitude: -89.85942

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.76772
Longitude: -89.88529

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Current weather conditions at Carp River, Gogebic Range, Michigan
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Local climate location: IRONWOOD 28 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Carp River.
 Whitewater Near Carp River:
Little Carp River, Ontonagon/Gogebic County , 1 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.4 miles long (Greenstone Falls trail to Lake Superior)
Presque Isle, Gogebic/Ontonagon County , 6 miles away, Class III-V - 8.4 miles long (Steigers Bridge to South Boundary Road)
Copper Creek, Gogebic County , 7 miles away, Class II-IV - 4 miles long (logging road to Presque Isle)
Presque Isle, Gogebic County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.1 miles long (South Boundary Road to Lake Superior)
Presque Isle, Gogebic/Ontonagon County , 8 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.3 miles long (Underwood Tower Road to Steigers Bridge)
Planter Creek, Gogebic County , 13 miles away, Class III-IV - 1.1 miles long (Highway 28 to Wirtanen Road)
Black River, Gogebic County , 14 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 2.6 miles long (Conglomerate Falls to Lake Superior)
Black River, Gogebic County , 16 miles away, Class II-III+ - 7.9 miles long (Narrows Park to Conglomerate Falls)
Black River, Gogebic County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 2.2 miles long (Ramsey to above Gabbro Falls)
Union River, Ontonagon County , 17 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 1.3 miles long (Union River cabin to campground)
 Ski Areas Near Carp River:
Indianhead, Michigan , 14 miles away, 638 vertical feet
Blackjack, Michigan , 15 miles away, 465 vertical feet
Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 16 miles away, 641 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 19 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 40 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Lutsen, Minnesota , 72 miles away, 1088 vertical feet
Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 88 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Ski Brule, Michigan , 88 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 120 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin , 134 miles away, 265 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Carp River:
Indianhead Motel, Ironwood , 15 miles away
Bluffs Inn, Bessemer , 19 miles away
Condos Of Powdermill Inn, Bessemer , 19 miles away
Powdermill Inn, Bessemer , 19 miles away
Ray's Lodge, White Pine , 20 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Carp River:
Preque Isle State Campground, Gogebic County, 8 miles away
Ontonagon County Park Campground and Picnic Area, Ontonagon County, 20 miles away
 Trails Near Carp River:
Rainbow Falls Trail, Gogebic County , 13 miles away
 National Parks Near Carp River:
Grand Portage National Monument, Grand Marais - MN , 57 miles away
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 66 miles away

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