Minnesota whitewater - Manitou River, Lake County

Lake county, Cty 5 to falls above Highway 61 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV     5.5 miles
  The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those in other states, so don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. This section of Manitou River is 5.5 miles long and is a class III-IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. There are no other stretches to paddle along Manitou River than the Cty 5 to falls above Highway 61 stretch. The beautiful scenery of Lake County and the cool fresh water have people coming here. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're
    willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This is a pretty decent length section, it's good length for a morning trip. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. No matter if you're whitewater rafting
or kayaking there are lots of good rivers for that around here.

Briefly about the general area:
The delightful Sawtooth Mountain is here at Manitou River. The annual rain here at Manitou River is about average; most of the rain falls during June, and February is the month with the least moisture.
Throughout the summer months at Manitou River highs are mostly in the 70's. All through the moonlight hours it's generally in the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 10's; overnight lows at Manitou River throughout the wintertime mostly plunge into the-10's.
 

Manitou River, Cty 5 to falls above Highway 61 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV
Length: 5.5 miles
Average Gradient: 120 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.50434
Longitude: -91.11648

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.44586
Longitude: -91.0691

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Current weather conditions at Manitou River, Minnesota
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Local climate location: WINTON POWER PLANT 25 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Americinn Silver Bay, Silver Bay
15 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...

Americinn - Tofte, Mn, Tofte
17 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...

Cove Point Lodge, Beaver Bay
18 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...



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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 Manitou River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Manitou River.
 Whitewater Near Manitou River:
Baptism River, Lake County , 10 miles away, Class II-V - 4.8 miles long (Eckbeck campground to Lake Superior)
Two Island River, Cook County , 10 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4.3 miles long (Cty 1 to Highway 61)
Baptism River, Lake County , 11 miles away, Class I-III(IV) - 5.2 miles long (Finland to Eckbeck campground)
Cross River, Cook County , 12 miles away, Class II-V - 8.5 miles long (Forest Road 166 to falls above Highway 61)
Baptism River - West Br, Lake County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Route 1 to Finland)
Temperance River, Cook County , 17 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 8.5 miles long (FR166 to Temperance River State Park)
Beaver River, Lake County , 18 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (confluence of E and W Branches to Highway 61)
Beaver River - E.Br, Lake County , 18 miles away, Class III+(V) - 2.2 miles long (CR5 to CR4)
Temperance River, Cook County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 6.5 miles long (Highway 2 and FR164 to FR166)
Beaver River - W.Br, Lake County , 21 miles away, Class II-III(V) - 2.7 miles long (CR3 to Glen Avon Falls)
 Ski Areas Near Manitou River:
Lutsen, Minnesota , 27 miles away, 1088 vertical feet
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 69 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 83 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Giants Ridge, Minnesota , 84 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Spirit Mountain, Minnesota , 85 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Blackjack, Michigan , 88 miles away, 465 vertical feet
Indianhead, Michigan , 90 miles away, 638 vertical feet
Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 94 miles away, 350 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Manitou River:
Americinn Silver Bay, Silver Bay , 15 miles away
Americinn - Tofte, Mn, Tofte , 17 miles away
Cove Point Lodge, Beaver Bay , 18 miles away
Caribou Highlands Lodge, Lutsen , 28 miles away
The Mountain Inn, Lutsen , 28 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Manitou River:
Ninemile Campground, Lake County, 5 miles away
Silver Bay Koa Kampground, Silver Bay, 13 miles away
Divide Lake Campground, Lake County, 13 miles away
 Trails Near Manitou River:
Moosewalk Snowmobile Trail, Lake County , 15 miles away
 National Parks Near Manitou River:
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 36 miles away

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