Michigan whitewater - Silver River, Baraga County Baraga county, Arvon Road to Silver Falls Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV+(V)     4.2 miles   The starting point is not too far from Houghton, as you can see on the road map further down. The wonderful Baraga County scenery and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while have people coming from far and near. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. And of course, there are campgrounds     nearby. This stretch of Silver River is 4.2 miles long and has been rated as a class III-IV+(V) section by American Whitewater. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good places for that around here. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. Briefly about the general area: A short tour to Silver Falls is always worthwhile, and time spent at Second Sand Beach is always glorious. Through the warm days of summer at Silver River temperatures are generally in the 70's. Once the sun is down it sinks down to the 50's. Highs throughout the wintertime are regularly in the 20's while Silver River overnight low temperatures through the winter are   in the 0's. Silver River gets a common amount of precipitation; the month with most of the snow is January; the driest of the months is April. Silver River, Arvon Road to Silver Falls Park road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-IV+(V) Length: 4.2 miles Average Gradient: 62 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.7556 Longitude: -88.3556 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.7933 Longitude: -88.3359 Paddler input for Silver River, Michigan: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Silver River, Michigan Local climate location: HOUGHTON FAA AP 15 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn, Baraga 10 miles away The Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn is a full-service hotel that offers our guests a relaxing atmosphere located directly on the shore of Lake Superior. Our guests are treated to a clean and comforta... Budget Host Inn Houghton, Houghton 19 miles away At the Budget Host Inn, Houghton we are pleased to offer you a clean, quiet, comfortable place to stay at a reasonable price while vising Houghton, Hancock and the rest of Michigans beautiful Keweenaw... Super 8 Motel - Houghton, Houghton 22 miles away Pride of Super 8 property located right on the Waterfront. Boat Docks are located directly in front of motel with fishing piers and grills for outdoor cooking. The Summer Gardens are spectacular. Mic...   All Michigan Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Michigan. Books about whitewater paddling on Silver River, Michigan List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Silver River, Michigan. 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 Silver River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Silver River.   Whitewater Near Silver River: Silver River, Baraga County , 1 miles away, Class III-V - 2.3 miles long (Silver Road to Arvon Road) Slate River, Baraga County , 7 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 2.7 miles long (Silver Road to Skanee Road) Falls River, Baraga County , 7 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 2 miles long (Mead Road to Lake Superior) Slate River, Baraga County , 8 miles away, Class II-III+ - 2.5 miles long (Arvon quarry to Quartzite Falls) Ravine River, Baraga County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 6.6 miles long (Silver Road to Skanee Road) Tioga River, Baraga County , 9 miles away, Class II-IV - 2.2 miles long (Highway 41 to Sturgeon River) Sturgeon River, Baraga County , 12 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.3 miles long (Highway 41 to Upper Falls) Rock River, Baraga County , 16 miles away, Class II-III+ - 5 miles long (Worm Lake outlet to Sturgeon River) Huron River - West Br., Baraga County , 18 miles away, Class II-IV(V) - 3.9 miles long (Black C Highway Road to logging ford) Peshekee River, Baraga/Marquette County , 18 miles away, Class I-III - 17.9 miles long (Peshekee Grade to Highway 41)   Ski Areas Near Silver River: Ski Brule, Michigan , 43 miles away, 500 vertical feet Norway Mountain, Michigan , 57 miles away, 500 vertical feet Marquette, Michigan , 65 miles away, 600 vertical feet Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 90 miles away, 641 vertical feet Loch Lomond, Ontario , 100 miles away, 750 vertical feet   Beaches Near Silver River: Second Sand Beach, Baraga County , 4 miles away   Hotels Near Silver River: Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn, Baraga , 10 miles away Budget Host Inn Houghton, Houghton , 19 miles away Super 8 Motel - Houghton, Houghton , 22 miles away Best Western Franklin Square Inn, Houghton , 22 miles away Holiday Inn Express HOUGHTON-KEWEENAW, Houghton , 23 miles away   National Parks Near Silver River: Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 22 miles away   Golf Courses Near Silver River: L'Anse Golf Club, Lanse , 7 miles away