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

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Current weather conditions at Ontonagon River, Gogebic Range, Michigan
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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
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Wild Eagle Lodge, Eagle River
40 miles away
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OUTDOORS
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

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