Michigan whitewater - Ontonagon River, Gogebic Range, Ontonagon County Ontonagon county, Highway 45 to Ontonagon section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     23.1 miles   The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Michigan are often more forgiving than in other states, so better not forget that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. The Highway 45 to Ontonagon section of Ontonagon River in Michigan is 23.1 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II section. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here. The scenic beauty of Ontonagon County and the cool fresh water attract people from near     and far. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This is not the only paddling stretch in this river system, there are others too. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. The Gogebic Range scenery is wonderful. This stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. Briefly about the general area: Good hiking is available along the North Country National Scenic Trail. For the period of the warm months highs here at Ontonagon River reach the 70's, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. Highs all through the   wintertime are mostly in the 10's, and night lows in the-10's for Ontonagon River. The yearly rain here at Ontonagon River is about average; the month of August is the wettest with most of the rain; February is when it's the driest. Ontonagon River, Highway 45 to Ontonagon road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 23.1 miles Average Gradient: 3 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.7001 Longitude: -89.1591 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.87211 Longitude: -89.32145 Paddler input for Ontonagon River, Michigan: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Ontonagon River, Gogebic Range, Michigan Local climate location: BERGLAND DAM 21 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Silver Sands Motor Lodge, Ontonagon 6 miles away Americinn - Silver City, Mi, Silver City 8 miles away Ten percent of the worlds freshwater laps at the shore outside your window. A bonfire burns out on the beach, and you settle in to the quiet of the beautiful Porcupine Mountains. The AmericInn Lodge a... Wild Eagle Lodge, Eagle River 40 miles away Nestled on the forested edge of the world's largest inland chain of lakes, Wild Eagle Lodge is the perfect destination for individuals and families who love nature for the beauty, fun and inspiration ...   Gogebic Range Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Gogebic Range. Gogebic Range Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Gogebic Range. All Michigan Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Michigan. Books about whitewater paddling on Ontonagon River, Michigan List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Ontonagon 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 Houghton, Michigan Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Houghton, Michigan, the metro area neareast to Ontonagon River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Ontonagon River.   Whitewater Near Ontonagon River: Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 4 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.3 miles long (Victoria Falls dam to Victoria Dam Road) Sandstone Creek, Ontonagon County , 7 miles away, Class IV - 1 miles long (Roadside along Highway 45) Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 7 miles away, Class I-III - 13.4 miles long (Norwich Road to Victoria Falls Dam) Baltimore River, Ontonagon County , 7 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 5.4 miles long (Highway 45 to Highway 45) Ontonagon River - South Branch, Ontonagon County , 8 miles away, Class I-III - 19.4 miles long (Highway 28 to W Br Ontonagon) Ontonagon River East Branch, Ontonagon County , 10 miles away, Class II-III - 7.5 miles long (East Branch Road to Highway 45) Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Ontonagon County , 12 miles away, Class I-III - 25 miles long (Highway 2 to Highway 45) Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Ontonagon County , 19 miles away, Class II - 7.7 miles long (Below Bond Falls to Highway 28) Ontonagon River, Ontonagon County , 22 miles away, Class I-II(IV) - 9.7 miles long (Thayer Road to FS Road 178) Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Gobebic/Ontonagon County , 23 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 8.4 miles long (Burned Dam Camp Ground to Bond Falls Flowage)   Ski Areas Near Ontonagon River: Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 28 miles away, 641 vertical feet Ski Brule, Michigan , 52 miles away, 500 vertical feet Indianhead, Michigan , 52 miles away, 638 vertical feet Blackjack, Michigan , 54 miles away, 465 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 60 miles away, 600 vertical feet Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 82 miles away, 400 vertical feet Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 93 miles away, 700 vertical feet Norway Mountain, Michigan , 106 miles away, 500 vertical feet Lutsen, Minnesota , 110 miles away, 1088 vertical feet Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin , 126 miles away, 265 vertical feet   Hotels Near Ontonagon River: Silver Sands Motor Lodge, Ontonagon , 6 miles away Americinn - Silver City, Mi, Silver City , 8 miles away Ray's Lodge, White Pine , 24 miles away Sully's of Bergland, Bergland , 24 miles away Lake Gogebic Motel, Bergland , 25 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Ontonagon River: Tom's Tours and Campground, Ontonagon, 3 miles away River Pines RV Park and Campgrounds, Ontonagon, 7 miles away Matchwood Campground, Gogebic County, 19 miles away   Trails Near Ontonagon River: North Country National Scenic Trail, Ontonagon County , 6 miles away   National Parks Near Ontonagon River: Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 50 miles away Grand Portage National Monument, Grand Marais - MN , 66 miles away   Lakes Near Ontonagon River