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

Ontonagon county, Highway 28 to W Br Ontonagon section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-III     19.4 miles
  The scenic beauty of Ontonagon County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The beauty of the Gogebic Range is a great plus for this river. The Highway 28 to W Br Ontonagon stretch of Ontonagon River - South Branch in Ontonagon County is 19.4 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-III section. Whitewater rafting
    and kayaking in Michigan is often easier than elsewhere, so better not forget that many runs in this state are very easy. If you hurry you can run this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so pack your sleeping bag. There are plenty of other stretches in this river
system that can be paddled as well. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good rivers for that around here.

Briefly about the general area:
High temperatures at Ontonagon River - South Branch through the warm days of summer are in the 70's, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. Daytime highs through the wintertime
 
are in the 10's, and after the sun is down throughout the winter temperatures at Ontonagon River - South Branch plunge into the-10's. Ontonagon River - South Branch is a good place of typical rainfall; the month of August is the wettest with most of the rain while February is regularly the driest month.
Ontonagon River - South Branch is right by the North Country National Scenic Trail.

Ontonagon River - South Branch, Highway 28 to W Br Ontonagon road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-III
Length: 19.4 miles
Average Gradient: 8 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.53464
Longitude: -89.27672

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.68685
Longitude: -89.2296

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Current weather conditions at Ontonagon River - South Branch, Gogebic Range, Michigan
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Local climate location: BERGLAND DAM 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Americinn - Silver City, Mi, Silver City
13 miles away
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31 miles away
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32 miles away
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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Houghton, Michigan, the metro area neareast to Ontonagon River - South Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Ontonagon River - South Branch.
 Whitewater Near Ontonagon River - South Branch:
Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 5 miles away, Class I-III - 13.4 miles long (Norwich Road to Victoria Falls Dam)
Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.3 miles long (Victoria Falls dam to Victoria Dam Road)
Baltimore River, Ontonagon County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 5.4 miles long (Highway 45 to Highway 45)
Sandstone Creek, Ontonagon County , 7 miles away, Class IV - 1 miles long (Roadside along Highway 45)
Ontonagon River, Ontonagon County , 8 miles away, Class I-II - 23.1 miles long (Highway 45 to Ontonagon)
Ontonagon River - Middle Branch, Ontonagon County , 9 miles away, Class I-III - 25 miles long (Highway 2 to Highway 45)
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 , 13 miles away, Class II - 7.7 miles long (Below Bond Falls to Highway 28)
Ontonagon River, Ontonagon County , 15 miles away, Class I-II(IV) - 9.7 miles long (Thayer Road to FS Road 178)
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)
 Ski Areas Near Ontonagon River - South Branch:
Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 29 miles away, 641 vertical feet
Ski Brule, Michigan , 47 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Indianhead, Michigan , 50 miles away, 638 vertical feet
Blackjack, Michigan , 52 miles away, 465 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 58 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 80 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Loch Lomond, Ontario , 80 miles away, 750 vertical feet
Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 85 miles away, 700 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Ontonagon River - South Branch:
Americinn - Silver City, Mi, Silver City , 13 miles away
Wild Eagle Lodge, Eagle River , 31 miles away
Settle Inn & Stes Eagle River, Eagle River , 32 miles away
Best Western Derby Inn, Eagle River , 32 miles away
Days Inn Eagle River, Eagle River , 33 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Ontonagon River - South Branch:
Tom's Tours and Campground, Ontonagon, 11 miles away
Robbins Pond Campground, Ontonagon County, 11 miles away
Paulging Pond Campground and Picnic Area, Ontonagon County, 12 miles away
 Trails Near Ontonagon River - South Branch:
North Country National Scenic Trail, Ontonagon County , 3 miles away
 National Parks Near Ontonagon River - South Branch:
Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 54 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Ontonagon River - South Branch:
Perttu's Big Spruce Golf Course, Bruce Crossing , 6 miles away

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