Michigan whitewater - Huron River - West Br., Baraga County

Baraga county, Black C Highway Road to logging ford section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-IV(V)     3.9 miles
  If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more forgiving, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The scenic beauty of Michigan and the water flowing gracefully down Huron River - West Br. attract people from near and far. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. This stretch of Huron River - West Br. in Michigan is 3.9 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-IV(V) section of
    whitewater. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good spots. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set.
This is a short paddling stretch so better bring some good walking shoes. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well.

Briefly about the general area:
An average amount of rainfall falls at Huron River - West Br.; of all the months in a year January is the one with the most snow while April is the month with the least amount of precipitation.
At Huron River - West Br. all through the months of summer highs are in the 70's. For the duration of the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the
 
50's. For the duration of the winter the highs are commonly in the 20's, and nighttime lows in the 0's for Huron River - West Br.. West Branch Falls is an inspiring spot to stop at during your stay, and the beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Big Falls.

Huron River - West Br., Black C Highway Road to logging ford road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-IV(V)
Length: 3.9 miles
Average Gradient: 100 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.79814
Longitude: -88.09175

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.84554
Longitude: -88.09523

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Current weather conditions at Huron River - West Br., Michigan
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Local climate location: HOUGHTON FAA AP 19 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn, Baraga
28 miles away
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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Huron River - West Br..
 Whitewater Near Huron River - West Br.:
Huron River - East Br., Baraga County , 2 miles away, Class II-IV+ - 5.6 miles long (AAA Road to Skanee Rd)
Peshekee River, Baraga/Marquette County , 6 miles away, Class I-III - 17.9 miles long (Peshekee Grade to Highway 41)
Ravine River, Baraga County , 10 miles away, Class II-III - 6.6 miles long (Silver Road to Skanee Road)
Slate River, Baraga County , 10 miles away, Class II-III+ - 2.5 miles long (Arvon quarry to Quartzite Falls)
Slate River, Baraga County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 2.7 miles long (Silver Road to Skanee Road)
Michigamme River, Marquette County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 2.5 miles long (Lake Michigamme to Moose River Camp Ground)
Silver River, Baraga County , 18 miles away, Class III-IV+(V) - 4.2 miles long (Arvon Road to Silver Falls Park)
Salmon Trout River, Marquette County , 18 miles away, Class III-V - 8.7 miles long (Confluence of W Br Close to Cty 550)
Silver River, Baraga County , 18 miles away, Class III-V - 2.3 miles long (Silver Road to Arvon Road)
Yellow Dog River, Marquette County , 22 miles away, Class II-III(V+) - 8.3 miles long (Mulligan Truck Trail to CR510)
 Ski Areas Near Huron River - West Br.:
Marquette, Michigan , 49 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Norway Mountain, Michigan , 51 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Ski Brule, Michigan , 56 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Gladstone Ski Park, Michigan , 86 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 108 miles away, 641 vertical feet
Indianhead, Michigan , 131 miles away, 638 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Wisconsin , 132 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Blackjack, Michigan , 132 miles away, 465 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 139 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 142 miles away, 700 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Huron River - West Br.:
Big Bay Motel, Big Bay , 18 miles away
Hilltop Motel, Lanse , 22 miles away
Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn, Baraga , 28 miles away
Lakes Motel, Lake Linden , 28 miles away
Americinn Lodge & Suites, Calumet , 32 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Huron River - West Br.:
Michigamme Shores Campground, Champion, 17 miles away
 National Parks Near Huron River - West Br.:
Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 35 miles away

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