Minnesota whitewater - Baptism River - West Br, Lake County Lake county, Route 1 to Finland section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     5 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so don't forget that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. This section of Baptism River - West Br in Lake County is 5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-III section of whitewater. The Route 1 to Finland section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. The wonderful Lake County scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have     to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling spots. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. Briefly about the general area: The amount of rain that falls at Baptism River - West Br is close to the national average; June is when you get the most rain here, and the driest of the months is February. Throughout the summer months here at Baptism River - West Br, high temperatures mostly get into the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures plunge down into the 50's. Throughout the wintertime this place gets highs in the 10's, and winter nights come with lows in the-10's to Baptism River - West Br. Go for a hike on the Moosewalk Snowmobile Trail.   Baptism River - West Br, Route 1 to Finland road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-III Length: 5 miles Average Gradient: 71 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.45797 Longitude: -91.31157 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.41291 Longitude: -91.24322 Paddler input for Baptism River - West Br, Minnesota: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Baptism River - West Br, Minnesota Local climate location: WINTON POWER PLANT 13 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Americinn Silver Bay, Silver Bay 6 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... Grand Superior Lodge, Two Harbors 25 miles away A four-season resort on Lake Superiors North Shore just north of Duluth- MN. What do you hope to find along the North Shore of Lake Superior Instant access to all the wonders and surprises of natures ...   All Minnesota Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Minnesota. Books about whitewater paddling on Baptism River - West Br, Minnesota List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Baptism River - West Br, Minnesota. Find a whitewater outfitter in Minnesota Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Duluth, Minnesota-Wisconsin Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Duluth, Minnesota-Wisconsin, the metro area neareast to Baptism River - West Br. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Baptism River - West Br.   Whitewater Near Baptism River - West Br: Baptism River, Lake County , 4 miles away, Class I-III(IV) - 5.2 miles long (Finland to Eckbeck campground) Baptism River, Lake County , 6 miles away, Class II-V - 4.8 miles long (Eckbeck campground to Lake Superior) 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) Beaver River - W.Br, Lake County , 10 miles away, Class II-III(V) - 2.7 miles long (CR3 to Glen Avon Falls) Manitou River, Lake County , 13 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.5 miles long (Cty 5 to falls above Highway 61) Split Rock River, Lake County , 15 miles away, Class IV-V - 2.9 miles long (Superior Hiking Trail to Highway 61) Gooseberry River, Lake County , 21 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Cty 3 to Gooseberry Falls State Park) Two Island River, Cook County , 23 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4.3 miles long (Cty 1 to Highway 61) Crow Creek, Lake County , 25 miles away, Class IV - 2 miles long (Cty 3 to Lake Superior)   Ski Areas Near Baptism River - West Br: Lutsen, Minnesota , 40 miles away, 1088 vertical feet Giants Ridge, Minnesota , 71 miles away, 500 vertical feet Spirit Mountain, Minnesota , 73 miles away, 700 vertical feet Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 78 miles away, 400 vertical feet Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 90 miles away, 350 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 93 miles away, 600 vertical feet Blackjack, Michigan , 99 miles away, 465 vertical feet   Hotels Near Baptism River - West Br: Americinn Silver Bay, Silver Bay , 6 miles away Cove Point Lodge, Beaver Bay , 8 miles away Grand Superior Lodge, Two Harbors , 25 miles away Americinn - Tofte, Mn, Tofte , 30 miles away Americinn - Two Harbors, Mn, Two Harbors , 36 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Baptism River - West Br: Wildhurst Campgrounds, Finland, 4 miles away Tetagouche Lake Campground, Lake County, 4 miles away Silver Bay Koa Kampground, Silver Bay, 7 miles away   Trails Near Baptism River - West Br: Moosewalk Snowmobile Trail, Lake County , 2 miles away North Shore Snowmobile Trail, Lake County , 12 miles away Powwoun Trail, Lake County , 18 miles away   National Parks Near Baptism River - West Br: Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 42 miles away   Lakes Near Baptism River - West Br