Michigan whitewater - Michigamme River, Marquette County

Marquette county, Lake Michigamme to Moose River Camp Ground section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     2.5 miles
  The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Iron Mountain, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The Lake Michigamme to Moose River Camp Ground section of Michigamme River is 2.5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-II section of whitewater. The average Michigan whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so better not forget that many runs in this state are very easy. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to
    one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling places.
There are some good sections to paddle in this river system, the Lake Michigamme to Moose River Camp Ground section is one of them. The beautiful scenery of Marquette County and the water flowing gracefully down Michigamme River make the trip here worthwhile. This is a bit of a short stretch so no need to bring snacks. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby.

Briefly about the general area:
Why not pop by Dutchman Point also if you're here. Through the summer at Michigamme River highs are commonly in the 70's.
 
During the moonlight hours it's generally in the 50's. For the duration of the winter highs are in the 20's with winter lows in the 0's overnight here at Michigamme River.
From a rain point of view Michigamme River is a relatively typical location; all through September this area sees the most rain, and February on the other hand is the driest.

Michigamme River, Lake Michigamme to Moose River Camp Ground road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 2.5 miles
Average Gradient: 25 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.48369
Longitude: -88.06971

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.45583
Longitude: -88.07181

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Current weather conditions at Michigamme River, Michigan
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Local climate location: ALBERTA FORD FOR CTR 15 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 Michigamme River.
 Whitewater Near Michigamme River:
Peshekee River, Baraga/Marquette County , 11 miles away, Class I-III - 17.9 miles long (Peshekee Grade to Highway 41)
Michigamme River, Marquette County , 11 miles away, Class I-II - 2.5 miles long (Witbeck Rapids)
Huron River - West Br., Baraga County , 17 miles away, Class II-IV(V) - 3.9 miles long (Black C Highway Road to logging ford)
Huron River - East Br., Baraga County , 18 miles away, Class II-IV+ - 5.6 miles long (AAA Road to Skanee Rd)
Slate River, Baraga County , 19 miles away, Class II-III+ - 2.5 miles long (Arvon quarry to Quartzite Falls)
Ravine River, Baraga County , 20 miles away, Class II-III - 6.6 miles long (Silver Road to Skanee Road)
Slate River, Baraga County , 21 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 2.7 miles long (Silver Road to Skanee Road)
Salmon Trout River, Marquette County , 23 miles away, Class III-V - 8.7 miles long (Confluence of W Br Close to Cty 550)
Silver River, Baraga County , 23 miles away, Class III-V - 2.3 miles long (Silver Road to Arvon Road)
Tioga River, Baraga County , 23 miles away, Class II-IV - 2.2 miles long (Highway 41 to Sturgeon River)
 Ski Areas Near Michigamme River:
Norway Mountain, Michigan , 35 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Marquette, Michigan , 45 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Ski Brule, Michigan , 48 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Gladstone Ski Park, Michigan , 77 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 110 miles away, 641 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Wisconsin , 116 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Indianhead, Michigan , 131 miles away, 638 vertical feet
Blackjack, Michigan , 133 miles away, 465 vertical feet
Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 133 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin , 136 miles away, 265 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Michigamme River:
Best Western Country Inn, Ishpeming , 27 miles away
Jasper Ridge Inn Ishpeming, Ishpeming , 27 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 30 miles away
Comfort Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 30 miles away
Budget Host Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 30 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Michigamme River:
Michigamme Shores Campground, Champion, 8 miles away
Silver Lake Resort, Channing, 13 miles away
 National Parks Near Michigamme River:
Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 46 miles away
 Lakes Near Michigamme River

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