Michigan whitewater - Sturgeon River, Houghton County
Houghton
county,
Sturgeon Falls to road before Prickett Lk section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-III 4 miles
The Sturgeon Falls to road before Prickett Lk stretch of Sturgeon River in Houghton County is 4 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-III section. The beautiful scenery of Houghton County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water make the trip here worthwhile. Getting a good workout and just hanging out with mother nature have people coming from far and near. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's good length for a morning trip. There's camping available near Sturgeon River. Whether
you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good spots for that around here. 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. There are so many
stretches to paddle in this river system, the Sturgeon Falls to road before Prickett Lk stretch is just one of many. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so don't forget that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy.
Briefly about the general area: A short journey to Sturgeon Falls is always worthwhile, and going for a hike along the Pelkie Creek Hunter Walking Trails will let you absorb the natural beauty of this area. The warmest time
of the year brings highs in the 80's to Sturgeon River. When the night sets in temperatures dip down into the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 20's with temperatures at Sturgeon River dipping down into the 0's during winter nights. An average amount of rainfall falls at
Sturgeon River; the wettest month of the year is usually August, that's the one that rains the most; the driest of the months is February.
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