Minnesota whitewater - Cascade River, Cook County

Cook county, CR45 to Cascade River State Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV-V     3.5 miles
  This section of Cascade River is 3.5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class IV-V section of whitewater. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of places for that. This is a pretty short section so no need to bring snacks. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The average Minnesota whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder
    to master than those in other states, so keep in mind that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. The natural beauty of Cook County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream will make you feel great. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The CR45
to Cascade River State Park section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system.

Briefly about the general area:
A common amount of rain falls here at Cascade River; August is the month that gets the most rain while February is generally the driest month.
A short spree to Cascade Falls is always worthwhile, and do take a hike on the North Shore State Trail. The warmest time of the year at Cascade River arrives with high temperatures in the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures fall down into the 50's. Through the wintertime this place gets highs in the 10's, and after the sun is down through the winter temperatures at Cascade River dip into the-10's.
 

Cascade River, CR45 to Cascade River State Park road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV-V
Length: 3.5 miles
Average Gradient: 164 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.74664
Longitude: -90.52537

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.71302
Longitude: -90.52836

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Current weather conditions at Cascade River, Minnesota
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Local climate location: GUNFLINT LAKE 17 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Cascade River.
 Whitewater Near Cascade River:
Cascade River, Cook County , 1 miles away, Class V+ - 0.5 miles long (Cascades of Cascade)
Cascade River, Cook County , 2 miles away, Class II(IV) - 3.5 miles long (FR157 to CR45)
Poplar River, Cook County , 14 miles away, Class II-IV+(V) - 2.2 miles long (Lutsen ski hill to Highway 61)
Devil Track River, Cook County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 3.2 miles long (Devil Track Lake to Maple Hill)
Devil Track River, Cook County , 17 miles away, Class II-V - 4.9 miles long (Maple Hill to Lake Superior)
Temperance River, Cook County , 23 miles away, Class I-II - 6.5 miles long (Highway 2 and FR164 to FR166)
Temperance River, Cook County , 24 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 8.5 miles long (FR166 to Temperance River State Park)
Kadunce River, Cook County , 26 miles away, Class IV-V - 0.5 miles long (Superior Hiking Trail footbridge to Highway 61)
Brule River, Cook County , 26 miles away, Class I-III(V) - 18 miles long (Northern Light Lake to Sauna Bath Rapid)
Cross River, Cook County , 29 miles away, Class II-V - 8.5 miles long (Forest Road 166 to falls above Highway 61)
 Ski Areas Near Cascade River:
Lutsen, Minnesota , 13 miles away, 1088 vertical feet
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 62 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 64 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Blackjack, Michigan , 68 miles away, 465 vertical feet
Indianhead, Michigan , 69 miles away, 638 vertical feet
Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 74 miles away, 641 vertical feet
Loch Lomond, Ontario , 86 miles away, 750 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Cascade River:
Super 8 Grand Marais, Grand Marais , 12 miles away
Eagle Ridge Resort at Lutsen Mountains, Lutsen , 13 miles away
The Mountain Inn, Lutsen , 13 miles away
Caribou Highlands Lodge, Lutsen , 13 miles away
East Bay Suites, Grand Marais , 13 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Cascade River:
Cascade River Campground, Cook County, 5 miles away
Devil Lake Campground, Cook County, 6 miles away
Two Island Lake Campground, Cook County, 9 miles away
 Trails Near Cascade River:
North Shore State Trail, Cook County , 3 miles away
South Lake Portage, Cook County , 17 miles away
Height of Land Portage, Cook County , 17 miles away
Stairway Portage, Cook County , 18 miles away
Honeymoon Trail, Cook County , 18 miles away
 National Parks Near Cascade River:
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 47 miles away
Grand Portage National Monument, Grand Marais - MN , 54 miles away

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