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   This section of Baptism River is 5.2 miles long and is a class I-III(IV) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less manageable. There are some good stretches to paddle in this river system, the Finland to Eckbeck campground stretch is one of them. The natural beauty of Lake County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water attract people from near and far. Some people prefer whitewater     rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good places for that around here. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. No need to look hard for hotels, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. This is a pretty decent length section, good for a one day paddling trip. Briefly about the general area: Summertime highs at Baptism River commonly tend to be in the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures drop down into the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 10's with temperatures at Baptism River dipping down into the-10's throughout winter nights. The yearly precipitation here at Baptism River is about average; most of the rain falls through June while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation. While you're here at Baptism River you can take a hike along the Moosewalk Snowmobile Trail.   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 23 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 , 23 miles away Americinn - Tofte, Mn, Tofte , 27 miles away Cliff Dweller Hotel on Lake Superior, Tofte , 34 miles away Americinn - Two Harbors, Mn, Two Harbors , 37 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