Michigan whitewater - Ontonagon River, Gogebic Range, Ontonagon County Ontonagon county, Thayer Road to FS Road 178 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II(IV)     9.7 miles   The beautiful scenery of Michigan and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. 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. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature will have you coming back for more. The Thayer Road to FS Road 178 section is one     of many paddling sections in this river system. The Thayer Road to FS Road 178 section of Ontonagon River is 9.7 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II(IV) section by American Whitewater. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there are lots of good spots for that around here. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. Whitewater paddling here in the Gogebic Range is a great experience. Briefly about the general area: Summertime at Ontonagon River arrives with high temperatures in the 70's. For the duration of the moonlight hours it's usually in the 50's. Through the wintertime highs are usually in the 10's with winter lows in the-10's overnight here at Ontonagon River.   Ontonagon River gets a typical amount of annual rainfall; the month with most of the rain is August, and the driest month is February. Ontonagon River, Thayer Road to FS Road 178 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II(IV) Length: 9.7 miles Average Gradient: 27 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.33599 Longitude: -89.45194 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.40909 Longitude: -89.34265 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 4 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Black Bear Lodge, Saint Germain 22 miles away Situated on 2,100 feet of shoreline on Little Saint Germain Lake, Black Bear Lodge offers a variety of accommodation styles sure to suit your needs. Guest cottages, suites, luxury lodge homes and priv... 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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 Merrill, Wisconsin Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Merrill, Wisconsin, 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 - South Branch, Ontonagon County , 15 miles away, Class I-III - 19.4 miles long (Highway 28 to W Br Ontonagon) Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 15 miles away, Class I-III - 13.4 miles long (Norwich Road to Victoria Falls Dam) Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 20 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.3 miles long (Victoria Falls dam to Victoria Dam Road) Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Ontonagon County , 20 miles away, Class II - 7.7 miles long (Below Bond Falls to Highway 28) Presque Isle, Gogebic County , 20 miles away, Class IV(V) - 1.5 miles long (Yondota Falls to Copps Mine Road) Baltimore River, Ontonagon County , 21 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 5.4 miles long (Highway 45 to Highway 45) Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Gobebic/Ontonagon County , 21 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 8.4 miles long (Burned Dam Camp Ground to Bond Falls Flowage) Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Ontonagon County , 22 miles away, Class I-III - 25 miles long (Highway 2 to Highway 45) Sandstone Creek, Ontonagon County , 22 miles away, Class IV - 1 miles long (Roadside along Highway 45) Ontonagon River, Ontonagon County , 23 miles away, Class I-II - 23.1 miles long (Highway 45 to Ontonagon)   Ski Areas Near Ontonagon River: Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 28 miles away, 641 vertical feet Indianhead, Michigan , 40 miles away, 638 vertical feet Blackjack, Michigan , 42 miles away, 465 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 48 miles away, 600 vertical feet Ski Brule, Michigan , 51 miles away, 500 vertical feet Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 69 miles away, 400 vertical feet Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 72 miles away, 700 vertical feet Loch Lomond, Ontario , 92 miles away, 750 vertical feet   Hotels Near Ontonagon River: Black Bear Lodge, Saint Germain , 22 miles away Settle Inn & Stes Eagle River, Eagle River , 23 miles away Best Western Derby Inn, Eagle River , 23 miles away Wild Eagle Lodge, Eagle River , 23 miles away Rustic Manor Motor Lodge, Saint Germain , 23 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Ontonagon River: Matchwood Campground, Gogebic County, 6 miles away Cedar Campground, Gogebic County, 8 miles away Langford Lake Campground and Picnic Area, Gogebic County, 8 miles away   Trails Near Ontonagon River: Alligator Eye Trail, Gogebic County , 11 miles away North Country National Scenic Trail, Ontonagon County , 18 miles away   National Parks Near Ontonagon River: Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 68 miles away