Minnesota whitewater - Baptism River, Lake County

Lake county, Eckbeck campground to Lake Superior section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-V     4.8 miles
  This section of Baptism River in Minnesota is 4.8 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-V section. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so keep in mind that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. There are some good hotels near the river, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. This river system has a few good paddling stretches and the Eckbeck
    campground to Lake Superior section is one of them. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. The nature scenery of Minnesota and the cool fresh water have people coming here. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature
are great reasons to come.

Briefly about the general area:
Illgen Falls is an inspiring spot to pop by while here. An average amount of rain falls at Baptism River; all through June this area sees the most rain, and February meanwhile is the driest month.
Through the warm days of summer, highs usually are in the 70's at Baptism River. Summer nighttime lows descend down to the 50's. For the duration of the winter highs are mostly in the 10's, and nighttime lows through the wintertime for Baptism River tend to be in the-10's.
 

Baptism River, Eckbeck campground to Lake Superior road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-V
Length: 4.8 miles
Average Gradient: 110 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.37267
Longitude: -91.22832

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.33723
Longitude: -91.19946

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Current weather conditions at Baptism River, Minnesota
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Local climate location: WINTON POWER PLANT 19 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...

Cove Point Lodge, Beaver Bay
8 miles away
Located on Lake Superior. The only resort where all the rooms face the lake. Full service with pool, sauna, hot tub, kayaks, canoes, Frisbee golf, bike and hiking trails and two dining options on sit...

Americinn - Tofte, Mn, Tofte
27 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...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Duluth, Minnesota-Wisconsin, the metro area neareast to Baptism River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Baptism River.
 Whitewater Near Baptism River:
Baptism River, Lake County , 2 miles away, Class I-III(IV) - 5.2 miles long (Finland to Eckbeck campground)
Baptism River - West Br, Lake County , 6 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Route 1 to Finland)
Beaver River, Lake County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (confluence of E and W Branches to Highway 61)
Beaver River - E.Br, Lake County , 8 miles away, Class III+(V) - 2.2 miles long (CR5 to CR4)
Manitou River, Lake County , 10 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 , 20 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4.3 miles long (Cty 1 to Highway 61)
Cross River, Cook County , 22 miles away, Class II-V - 8.5 miles long (Forest Road 166 to falls above Highway 61)
Gooseberry River, Lake County , 23 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Cty 3 to Gooseberry Falls State Park)
 Ski Areas Near Baptism River:
Lutsen, Minnesota , 37 miles away, 1088 vertical feet
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 72 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Spirit Mountain, Minnesota , 75 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Giants Ridge, Minnesota , 76 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 87 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 87 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Blackjack, Michigan , 93 miles away, 465 vertical feet
Indianhead, Michigan , 95 miles away, 638 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Baptism River:
Americinn Silver Bay, Silver Bay , 5 miles away
Cove Point Lodge, Beaver Bay , 8 miles away
Americinn - Tofte, Mn, Tofte , 27 miles away
Grand Superior Lodge, Two Harbors , 27 miles away
Caribou Highlands Lodge, Lutsen , 37 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Baptism River:
Silver Bay Koa Kampground, Silver Bay, 3 miles away
Tetagouche Lake Campground, Lake County, 4 miles away
Wildhurst Campgrounds, Finland, 10 miles away
 Trails Near Baptism River:
Moosewalk Snowmobile Trail, Lake County , 7 miles away
North Shore Snowmobile Trail, Lake County , 15 miles away
 National Parks Near Baptism River:
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 36 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Baptism River:
Silver Bay Country Club, Silver Bay , 3 miles away
 Lakes Near Baptism River

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