Michigan whitewater - Michigamme River, Marquette County Marquette county, Witbeck Rapids section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     2.5 miles   The scenic beauty of Marquette County and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. The starting location is a short drive from Iron Mountain, as you can see on the road map further down. The average Michigan whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master than those in other states, so better not forget that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. This stretch     of Michigamme River in Marquette County is 2.5 miles long and it is classified as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. This is a pretty short section so no need to bring snacks. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling spots. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: High temperatures at Michigamme River during the summertime months are in the 70's. Summer night lows drop down to the 50's. For the duration of the wintertime the highs are frequently in the 20's, and after the sun is down all through the wintertime temperatures at Michigamme River dip into the-10's. The yearly rain here at Michigamme River is about average; of all the months in a year June is the one with the most rain while February is usually the driest month.   Michigamme River, Witbeck Rapids 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    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.2942 Longitude: -87.979 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.26129 Longitude: -87.98031 Paddler input for Michigamme River, Michigan: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Michigamme River, Michigan Local climate location: CRYSTAL FALLS 13 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Super 8 Iron Mountain MI, Iron Mountain 21 miles away The Award-Winning Pride of Super 8 Iron Mountain is conveniently located on Hwy 2/141, just 2 mi from downtown shopping, 3 mi from fishing areas, with snowmobiling trail access, golf courses nearby, w... Comfort Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain 22 miles away Legal snowmobile access on property. Located near award winning Timberstone Golf Course, Oakcrest Golf Course, Pine Grove Golf Course and ski hills. 100 miles north of Green Bay, WI. Not 100 miles eas... Budget Host Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain 22 miles away At a Budget Host Inn, the traveler enjoys consistent high standards at budget rates, plus the bonus of warm hospitality so traditionally associated with predominately family-owned and operated inns. C...   All Michigan Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Michigan. Books about whitewater paddling on Michigamme River, Michigan List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Michigamme River, Michigan. Find a whitewater outfitter in Michigan Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Iron Mountain, Michigan-Wisconsin Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Iron Mountain, Michigan-Wisconsin, the metro area neareast to Michigamme River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Michigamme River.   Whitewater Near Michigamme River: Michigamme River, Marquette County , 11 miles away, Class I-II - 2.5 miles long (Lake Michigamme to Moose River Camp Ground) Peshekee River, Baraga/Marquette County , 22 miles away, Class I-III - 17.9 miles long (Peshekee Grade to Highway 41) Brule River, Florence County , 22 miles away, Class II-III - 3.4 miles long (Brule River Dam to Ryneers Road) Escanaba River - Middle Branch, Marquette County , 22 miles away, Class II-IV+ - 9.3 miles long (White City Falls to 1 mile above CR565) Paint River, Iron County , 24 miles away, Class II(III) - 2.8 miles long (Little Bull Dam to Horserace Rapids) Menominee River, Marinette County , 25 miles away, Class II-IV - 2.9 miles long (Niagara to Highway 8) Yellow Dog River, Marquette County , 25 miles away, Class II-III(V+) - 8.3 miles long (Mulligan Truck Trail to CR510) Escanaba River - Middle Branch, Marquette County , 26 miles away, Class II-IV - 1.6 miles long (1.2 mile above CR565 to 0.4 mile below CR565) Sturgeon River, Dickinson County , 27 miles away, Class III-IV - 1.7 miles long (Sturgeon Dam) Huron River - West Br., Baraga County , 27 miles away, Class II-IV(V) - 3.9 miles long (Black C Highway Road to logging ford)   Ski Areas Near Michigamme River: Norway Mountain, Michigan , 25 miles away, 500 vertical feet Marquette, Michigan , 40 miles away, 600 vertical feet Ski Brule, Michigan , 51 miles away, 500 vertical feet Gladstone Ski Park, Michigan , 68 miles away, 200 vertical feet Hidden Valley, Wisconsin , 97 miles away, 200 vertical feet   Hotels Near Michigamme River: Super 8 Iron Mountain MI, Iron Mountain , 21 miles away Comfort Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 22 miles away Budget Host Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 22 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites IRON MOUNTAIN, Iron Mountain , 22 miles away Days Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 23 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Michigamme River: Silver Lake Resort, Channing, 5 miles away Michigamme Shores Campground, Champion, 11 miles away Norway Lake Park Paystation, Felch, 17 miles away   National Parks Near Michigamme River: Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 57 miles away