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   This stretch of Ontonagon River - South Branch in Ontonagon County is 19.4 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-III section of whitewater. Whitewater paddling here in the Gogebic Range is a great experience. A good workout and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so pack your sleeping bag. The wonderful Michigan scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. And of course, there are campgrounds     nearby. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside Michigan you might find the rivers here a bit more manageable, so don't forget that rivers here are less demanding. 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. The Highway 28 to W Br Ontonagon section is one of many paddling sections in this river system. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. Briefly about the general area: Summer brings highs in the 70's to Ontonagon River - South Branch. All through the dark hours of summer temperatures fall down into the 50's. High temperatures through the wintertime are normally in the 10's, and winter nights come with lows in the-10's to Ontonagon River   - South Branch. The amount of rain that falls at Ontonagon River - South Branch is close to the national average; August is when you get the most rain here, and the driest month is February. While you're here at Ontonagon River - South Branch you can take a hike along 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 Paddler input for Ontonagon River - South Branch, Michigan: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Ontonagon River - South Branch, Gogebic Range, Michigan 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 Ten percent of the worlds freshwater laps at the shore outside your window. A bonfire burns out on the beach, and you settle in to the quiet of the beautiful Porcupine Mountains. 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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 Houghton, Michigan 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.       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 Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 85 miles away, 700 vertical feet Norway Mountain, Michigan , 103 miles away, 500 vertical feet Lutsen, Minnesota , 113 miles away, 1088 vertical feet Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin , 118 miles away, 265 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 Eagle River Days Inn, 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