Michigan whitewater - Red Cedar River, Ingham County

Ingham county, MSU Wave section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I     0.1 miles
  The average Michigan whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so don't forget that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. The put-in is not too far from Lansing-East Lansing, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. There are plenty of hotels here if you want to spend a night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. This section of Red Cedar River in Ingham County is 0.1 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class
    I section of whitewater. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. There are some good sections to paddle in this river system, the MSU Wave section is one of them.
Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are not so many other good places for that around here. This is an extremely short stretch so no need to bring snacks.

Briefly about the general area:
A typical amount of rain falls here at Red Cedar River; through the month of June you get the most rain around here, and the driest month is February.
During the warm days of summer at Red Cedar River highs are usually in the 80's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures drop down into the 50's. Through the winter highs are typically in the 20's, and throughout the dark hours in the wintertime at Red Cedar River temperatures dip to the 10's.
 

Red Cedar River, MSU Wave road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I
Length: 0.1 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.72766
Longitude: -84.47798

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.72766
Longitude: -84.47798

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Current weather conditions at Red Cedar River, Michigan
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Local climate location: LANSING WSO AP 15 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Marriott East Lansing At University Place, East Lansing
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Residence Inn By Marriott East Lansing, East Lansing
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Howard Johnson East Lansing, East Lansing
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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Lansing-East Lansing, Michigan, the metro area neareast to Red Cedar River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Red Cedar River.
 Whitewater Near Red Cedar River:
Red Cedar River, Ingham County , 14 miles away, Class I - 0.1 miles long (Williamston)
 Ski Areas Near Red Cedar River:
Apple Mountain, Michigan , 46 miles away, 220 vertical feet
Mount Brighton, Michigan , 47 miles away, 230 vertical feet
Mount Holly, Michigan , 63 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Cannonsburg, Michigan , 73 miles away, 250 vertical feet
Pine Nob, Michigan , 77 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Bittersweet, Michigan , 89 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Timber Ridge, Michigan , 92 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Skyline Ski Slide, Michigan , 95 miles away, 210 vertical feet
Hanson Hills, Michigan , 99 miles away, 225 vertical feet
Swiss Valley, Michigan , 101 miles away, 225 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Red Cedar River:
Marriott East Lansing At University Place, East Lansing , 0 miles away
Residence Inn By Marriott East Lansing, East Lansing , 1 miles away
Howard Johnson East Lansing, East Lansing , 1 miles away
Towneplace Suites By Marriott East Lansing, East Lansing , 2 miles away
Super 8 University/ East Lansing, East Lansing , 2 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Red Cedar River:
Lansing Cottonwood Campground, Lansing, 4 miles away
Life O'riley Mobile Home Park, Lansing, 7 miles away
Moon Lake Campground, Laingsburg, 11 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Red Cedar River:
Red Cedar Golf Course, Lansing , 2 miles away
Indian Hills Golf Course, Okemos , 3 miles away
Timber Ridge Golf Club, East Lansing , 4 miles away
 Lakes Near Red Cedar River

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