Michigan whitewater - Ontonagon River East Branch, Gogebic Range, Ontonagon County

Ontonagon county, East Branch Road to Highway 45 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III     7.5 miles
  This section of Ontonagon River East Branch in Michigan is 7.5 miles long and is a class II-III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The scenic beauty of Michigan and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything. This is a pretty decent length section, it's good length for a morning trip. The nearby hotels
    are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and
some kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. The beautiful Gogebic Range scenery is an added bonus. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here.

Briefly about the general area:
An average amount of rainfall falls at Ontonagon River East Branch; August is the month that gets the most rain, and February is when it's the driest.
All through the warm days of summer at Ontonagon River East Branch highs are generally in the 70's while nighttime lows are usually in the 50's.
 
High temperatures all through the winter are normally in the 10's with temperatures at Ontonagon River East Branch dipping down into the-10's throughout winter nights.

Ontonagon River East Branch, East Branch Road to Highway 45 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 7.5 miles
Average Gradient: 27 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.68874
Longitude: -89.07071

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.7001
Longitude: -89.1591

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Current weather conditions at Ontonagon River East Branch, Gogebic Range, Michigan
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Local climate location: BERGLAND DAM 22 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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18 miles away
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36 miles away
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37 miles away
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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 East Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Ontonagon River East Branch.
 Whitewater Near Ontonagon River East Branch:
Sandstone Creek, Ontonagon County , 4 miles away, Class IV - 1 miles long (Roadside along Highway 45)
Baltimore River, Ontonagon County , 4 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 5.4 miles long (Highway 45 to Highway 45)
Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Ontonagon County , 5 miles away, Class I-III - 25 miles long (Highway 2 to Highway 45)
Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 7 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.3 miles long (Victoria Falls dam to Victoria Dam Road)
Ontonagon River, Ontonagon County , 10 miles away, Class I-II - 23.1 miles long (Highway 45 to Ontonagon)
Ontonagon River - South Branch, Ontonagon County , 10 miles away, Class I-III - 19.4 miles long (Highway 28 to W Br Ontonagon)
Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Ontonagon County , 12 miles away, Class II - 7.7 miles long (Below Bond Falls to Highway 28)
Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 13 miles away, Class I-III - 13.4 miles long (Norwich Road to Victoria Falls Dam)
Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Gobebic/Ontonagon County , 16 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 8.4 miles long (Burned Dam Camp Ground to Bond Falls Flowage)
Sturgeon River - West Branch, Houghton County , 23 miles away, Class I-IV - 4.4 miles long (Newberry Road to S Laird Road)
 Ski Areas Near Ontonagon River East Branch:
Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 37 miles away, 641 vertical feet
Ski Brule, Michigan , 43 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Indianhead, Michigan , 60 miles away, 638 vertical feet
Blackjack, Michigan , 62 miles away, 465 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 68 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Loch Lomond, Ontario , 77 miles away, 750 vertical feet
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 90 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 92 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Norway Mountain, Michigan , 96 miles away, 500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Ontonagon River East Branch:
Americinn - Silver City, Mi, Silver City , 18 miles away
Wild Eagle Lodge, Eagle River , 36 miles away
Settle Inn & Stes Eagle River, Eagle River , 37 miles away
Best Western Derby Inn, Eagle River , 37 miles away
Days Inn Eagle River, Eagle River , 38 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Ontonagon River East Branch:
Tom's Tours and Campground, Ontonagon, 9 miles away
Bob Lake Campground and Picnic Area, Houghton County, 14 miles away
Sparrow Rapids Campground, Houghton County, 15 miles away
 Trails Near Ontonagon River East Branch:
North Country National Scenic Trail, Ontonagon County , 8 miles away
 National Parks Near Ontonagon River East Branch:
Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 43 miles away

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