Michigan whitewater - Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Gobebic/Ontonagon County

Gobebic/Ontonagon county, Burned Dam Camp Ground to Bond Falls Flowage section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II(III)     8.4 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Michigan are often easier than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. The natural beauty of Gobebic/Ontonagon County and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. This is not the only paddling stretch in this river system, there are others too. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. There's camping available near Ontonagon River - Middle Branch. Great exercise and just being
    out on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. This section of Ontonagon River - Middle Branch is 8.4 miles long and is a class I-II(III) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't
matter, this area has a large number of paddling spots. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set.

Briefly about the general area:
It's always tremendous to pop by Little Falls. All through the days of summer here at Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, high temperatures commonly get into the 70's, and the overnight is somewhat chillier of course, mostly in the 50's. Throughout the winter highs are in the 10's with temperatures at Ontonagon River - Middle Branch dipping
 
down into the 0's through winter nights.
A common amount of rain falls here at Ontonagon River - Middle Branch; the month of September is the wettest with most of the rain while February is mostly the driest month.

Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Burned Dam Camp Ground to Bond Falls Flowage road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II(III)
Length: 8.4 miles
Average Gradient: 9 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.31105
Longitude: -89.05273

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.40668
Longitude: -89.12867

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Current weather conditions at Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Michigan
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Local climate location: WATERSMEET 9 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Ontonagon River - Middle Branch.
 Whitewater Near Ontonagon River - Middle Branch:
Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Ontonagon County , 4 miles away, Class II - 7.7 miles long (Below Bond Falls to Highway 28)
Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Ontonagon County , 11 miles away, Class I-III - 25 miles long (Highway 2 to Highway 45)
Baltimore River, Ontonagon County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 5.4 miles long (Highway 45 to Highway 45)
Ontonagon River East Branch, Ontonagon County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 7.5 miles long (East Branch Road to Highway 45)
Ontonagon River - South Branch, Ontonagon County , 16 miles away, Class I-III - 19.4 miles long (Highway 28 to W Br Ontonagon)
Sandstone Creek, Ontonagon County , 17 miles away, Class IV - 1 miles long (Roadside along Highway 45)
Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 19 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.3 miles long (Victoria Falls dam to Victoria Dam Road)
Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 21 miles away, Class I-III - 13.4 miles long (Norwich Road to Victoria Falls Dam)
Ontonagon River, Ontonagon County , 21 miles away, Class I-II(IV) - 9.7 miles long (Thayer Road to FS Road 178)
Ontonagon River, Ontonagon County , 23 miles away, Class I-II - 23.1 miles long (Highway 45 to Ontonagon)
 Ski Areas Near Ontonagon River - Middle Branch:
Ski Brule, Michigan , 31 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 44 miles away, 641 vertical feet
Indianhead, Michigan , 61 miles away, 638 vertical feet
Blackjack, Michigan , 63 miles away, 465 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 70 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 80 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Norway Mountain, Michigan , 89 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 90 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin , 107 miles away, 265 vertical feet
Marquette, Michigan , 116 miles away, 600 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Ontonagon River - Middle Branch:
Wild Eagle Lodge, Eagle River , 22 miles away
Settle Inn & Stes Eagle River, Eagle River , 22 miles away
Best Western Derby Inn, Eagle River , 23 miles away
Eagle River Days Inn, Eagle River , 24 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Eagle River, Eagle River , 24 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Ontonagon River - Middle Branch:
Marion Lake Campground and Picnic Area, Gogebic County, 4 miles away
Paulging Pond Campground and Picnic Area, Ontonagon County, 6 miles away
Robbins Pond Campground, Ontonagon County, 10 miles away
 Trails Near Ontonagon River - Middle Branch:
North Country National Scenic Trail, Ontonagon County , 17 miles away
Kentuck-Spectacle Lake Trail, Vilas County , 18 miles away
 National Parks Near Ontonagon River - Middle Branch:
Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 52 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Ontonagon River - Middle Branch:
Lac Vieux Desert Golf Course, Watersmeet , 7 miles away

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