Michigan whitewater - Union River, Gogebic Range, Ontonagon County Ontonagon county, Union River cabin to campground section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV+     1.3 miles   The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Michigan are often easier than in other states, so keep in mind 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, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The natural beauty of Ontonagon County and the playfulness of the water have people coming here. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of places for that. This is the only paddling section along Union River. This stretch     of Union River in Michigan is 1.3 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-IV+ section of whitewater. When you're paddling down a Gogebic Range river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. A good workout and spending some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. This is a very short section so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. There's camping available near Union River. Briefly about the general area: If you're here at Union River, do take a spree to Union Bay, and you can hit the slopes at Porcupine Mountain close at hand. So much cool stuff in the Gogebic Range, just mind-boggling. Summer brings highs in the 70's to Union River while night lows are frequently in the 50's. During the winter the highs are mostly in the 10's while   Union River nighttime low temperatures all through the winter are in the-10's. The yearly rain here at Union River is about average; August is the month that gets the most rain while February is ordinarily the driest month. Union River, Union River cabin to campground road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-IV+ Length: 1.3 miles Average Gradient: 212 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.79076 Longitude: -89.6381 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.80211 Longitude: -89.61975 Paddler input for Union River, Michigan: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Union River, Gogebic Range, Michigan Local climate location: BERGLAND DAM 29 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Americinn - Silver City, Mi, Silver City 20 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. The AmericInn Lodge a... Americinn - Ironwood, Mi, Ironwood 39 miles away Each AmericInn is built with solid masonry construction and the highest sound rating in the industry to allow you the experience of a quiet nights sleep. Business and Leisure Travelers are accommodate... Comfort Inn Ironwood, Ironwood 41 miles away 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. FREE Deluxe Continental Breakfast. Indoor pool and spa. FREE local calls. Kids stay free, 18 and younger with parent or grandparent. In-room coffee makers, hairdryers, and...   Gogebic Range Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Gogebic Range. Gogebic Range Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Gogebic Range. All Michigan Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Michigan. Books about whitewater paddling on Union River, Michigan List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Union 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 Merrill, Wisconsin Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Merrill, Wisconsin, the metro area neareast to Union River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Union River.   Whitewater Near Union River: Little Iron River, Ontonagon County , 2 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 7.5 miles long (Nonesuch Falls to Highway 107) Big Iron River, Ontonagon County , 3 miles away, Class II-III - 4.3 miles long (White Pine to Silver City) Carp River, Ontonagon/Gogebic County , 17 miles away, Class IV(V) - 1.7 miles long (above Shining Cloud Falls to Lake Superior) Presque Isle, Gogebic/Ontonagon County , 17 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.3 miles long (Underwood Tower Road to Steigers Bridge) Presque Isle, Gogebic County , 17 miles away, Class IV(V) - 1.5 miles long (Yondota Falls to Copps Mine Road) Little Carp River, Ontonagon/Gogebic County , 18 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.4 miles long (Greenstone Falls trail to Lake Superior) Presque Isle, Gogebic/Ontonagon County , 21 miles away, Class III-V - 8.4 miles long (Steigers Bridge to South Boundary Road) Copper Creek, Gogebic County , 22 miles away, Class II-IV - 4 miles long (logging road to Presque Isle) Ontonagon River - West Branch, Ontonagon County , 23 miles away, Class I-III - 13.4 miles long (Norwich Road to Victoria Falls Dam) Presque Isle, Gogebic County , 24 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.1 miles long (South Boundary Road to Lake Superior)   Ski Areas Near Union River: Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 2 miles away, 641 vertical feet Indianhead, Michigan , 27 miles away, 638 vertical feet Blackjack, Michigan , 29 miles away, 465 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 35 miles away, 600 vertical feet Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 56 miles away, 400 vertical feet Loch Lomond, Ontario , 73 miles away, 750 vertical feet Ski Brule, Michigan , 74 miles away, 500 vertical feet Lutsen, Minnesota , 85 miles away, 1088 vertical feet Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 88 miles away, 700 vertical feet   Hotels Near Union River: Americinn - Silver City, Mi, Silver City , 20 miles away Americinn - Ironwood, Mi, Ironwood , 39 miles away Comfort Inn Ironwood, Ironwood , 41 miles away Americas Best Value Inn Ironwood, Ironwood , 41 miles away Budget Host Cloverland Motel Ironwood, Ironwood , 41 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Union River: Ontonagon County Park Campground and Picnic Area, Ontonagon County, 12 miles away Matchwood Campground, Gogebic County, 20 miles away   Trails Near Union River: Alligator Eye Trail, Gogebic County , 18 miles away   National Parks Near Union River: Grand Portage National Monument, Grand Marais - MN , 56 miles away