Michigan whitewater - Otter River - West Branch, Houghton County
Houghton
county,
Pike Lake Road to Hazel Swamp Road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II(IV) 6.2 miles
The natural beauty of Michigan and the water flowing gracefully down Otter River - West Branch make the trip here worthwhile. This section of Otter River - West Branch is 6.2 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II(IV) section. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's good length for a morning trip. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some
kayaking, either way there are lots of good rivers for that around here. The starting location is a short drive from Houghton, as you can see on the road map further down. There are no other sections to paddle along Otter River - West Branch than the Pike Lake Road to Hazel Swamp
Road section. The average Michigan whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car.
Briefly about the general area: Throughout the warm days of summer highs here at Otter River - West Branch get into the 80's, and all through summer
nights temperatures are in the 50's. High temperatures all through the winter are normally in the 20's, and after the sun is down during the wintertime temperatures at Otter River - West Branch dip into the 0's. Otter River - West Branch gets a normal amount of yearly rainfall;
the month of August is the wettest with most of the rain, and February is the month with the least moisture. Otter Falls is an inspiring place to check out during your stay.
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