Minnesota whitewater - Baptism River, Lake County Lake county, Finland to Eckbeck campground section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-III(IV)     5.2 miles   The nature scenery of Lake County and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Minnesota are often more challenging than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. The Finland to Eckbeck campground section of Baptism River is 5.2 miles long and has been rated as a class I-III(IV) section by American Whitewater. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while have a lot of people coming     here. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good places. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. This is a pretty decent length section, it's perfect for a one day trip. No need to look hard for hotels, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Briefly about the general area: The amount of rain that falls at Baptism River is close to the national average; throughout June this area sees the most rain, and the driest month of the year is February. Good hiking is available along the Moosewalk Snowmobile Trail. During the long summer days at Baptism River highs are regularly in the 70's. Throughout the moonlight   hours it's usually in the 50's. High temperatures all through the winter are normally in the 10's, and nighttime lows throughout the winter for Baptism River tend to be in the-10's. Baptism River, Finland to Eckbeck campground road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-III(IV) Length: 5.2 miles Average Gradient: 47 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.41291 Longitude: -91.24322 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.37267 Longitude: -91.22832 Paddler input for Baptism River, Minnesota: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Baptism River, Minnesota Local climate location: WINTON POWER PLANT 17 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Americinn Silver Bay, Silver Bay 5 miles away Hotel features several different room types to meet your travel needs, along with an elevator for easy access. All room types include high speed internet access, 27 cable TV with HBO, hair dryer, coff... Grand Superior Lodge, Two Harbors 26 miles away A four-season resort on Lake Superiors North Shore just north of Duluth- MN. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Baptism River.   Whitewater Near Baptism River: Baptism River, Lake County , 2 miles away, Class II-V - 4.8 miles long (Eckbeck campground to Lake Superior) Baptism River - West Br, Lake County , 4 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Route 1 to Finland) Beaver River - E.Br, Lake County , 8 miles away, Class III+(V) - 2.2 miles long (CR5 to CR4) Beaver River, Lake County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (confluence of E and W Branches to Highway 61) Manitou River, Lake County , 11 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.5 miles long (Cty 5 to falls above Highway 61) Beaver River - W.Br, Lake County , 11 miles away, Class II-III(V) - 2.7 miles long (CR3 to Glen Avon Falls) Split Rock River, Lake County , 16 miles away, Class IV-V - 2.9 miles long (Superior Hiking Trail to Highway 61) Two Island River, Cook County , 21 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4.3 miles long (Cty 1 to Highway 61) Gooseberry River, Lake County , 23 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Cty 3 to Gooseberry Falls State Park) Cross River, Cook County , 23 miles away, Class II-V - 8.5 miles long (Forest Road 166 to falls above Highway 61)   Ski Areas Near Baptism River: Lutsen, Minnesota , 38 miles away, 1088 vertical feet Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 74 miles away, 400 vertical feet Giants Ridge, Minnesota , 74 miles away, 500 vertical feet Spirit Mountain, Minnesota , 75 miles away, 700 vertical feet Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 89 miles away, 350 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 89 miles away, 600 vertical feet Blackjack, Michigan , 95 miles away, 465 vertical feet Indianhead, Michigan , 97 miles away, 638 vertical feet Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 113 miles away, 641 vertical feet Trollhaugen, Wisconsin , 135 miles away, 260 vertical feet   Hotels Near Baptism River: Americinn Silver Bay, Silver Bay , 5 miles away Grand Superior Lodge, Two Harbors , 26 miles away Americinn - Tofte, Mn, Tofte , 27 miles away Americinn - Two Harbors, Mn, Two Harbors , 37 miles away Caribou Highlands Lodge, Lutsen , 38 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Baptism River: Tetagouche Lake Campground, Lake County, 3 miles away Silver Bay Koa Kampground, Silver Bay, 4 miles away Wildhurst Campgrounds, Finland, 7 miles away   Trails Near Baptism River: Moosewalk Snowmobile Trail, Lake County , 5 miles away North Shore Snowmobile Trail, Lake County , 14 miles away   National Parks Near Baptism River: Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 39 miles away   Golf Courses Near Baptism River: Silver Bay Country Club, Silver Bay , 4 miles away   Lakes Near Baptism River