Minnesota whitewater - Poplar River, Cook County Cook county, Lutsen ski hill to Highway 61 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-IV+(V)     2.2 miles   The Lutsen ski hill to Highway 61 section of Poplar River in Minnesota is 2.2 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-IV+(V) section. Lodging is available near the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The natural beauty of Minnesota and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream make the trip here worthwhile. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. This is     a short paddling stretch so better bring some good walking shoes. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more challenging, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers here are less forgiving. Briefly about the general area: The yearly rainfall here at Poplar River is about average; August is the month that gets the most rain while February is mostly the driest month. Head up to Lutsen and strap some skis to your feet. All through the warmest time of the year here at Poplar River, high temperatures ordinarily get into the 70's, and all through the night it cools down to the 50's. The winter brings highs down to the 10's, and nighttime lows at Poplar River throughout the winter ordinarily fall into the-10's.   Poplar River, Lutsen ski hill to Highway 61 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-IV+(V) Length: 2.2 miles Average Gradient: 170 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.66667 Longitude: -90.72104 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.64027 Longitude: -90.70992 Paddler input for Poplar River, Minnesota: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Poplar River, Minnesota Local climate location: GUNFLINT LAKE 24 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Caribou Highlands Lodge, Lutsen We are the Premier four-season destination resort nestled in the Sawtooth Mountains in Lutsen, Minnesota, offering a multitude of activities and even more ways to relax. From spring river fishing, cha... Americinn - Tofte, Mn, Tofte 11 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. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Poplar River.   Whitewater Near Poplar River: Temperance River, Cook County , 10 miles away, Class I-II - 6.5 miles long (Highway 2 and FR164 to FR166) Temperance River, Cook County , 10 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 8.5 miles long (FR166 to Temperance River State Park) Cascade River, Cook County , 13 miles away, Class V+ - 0.5 miles long (Cascades of Cascade) Cascade River, Cook County , 14 miles away, Class IV-V - 3.5 miles long (CR45 to Cascade River State Park) Cascade River, Cook County , 14 miles away, Class II(IV) - 3.5 miles long (FR157 to CR45) Cross River, Cook County , 15 miles away, Class II-V - 8.5 miles long (Forest Road 166 to falls above Highway 61) Two Island River, Cook County , 17 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4.3 miles long (Cty 1 to Highway 61) Manitou River, Lake County , 27 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.5 miles long (Cty 5 to falls above Highway 61) Devil Track River, Cook County , 28 miles away, Class II-III - 3.2 miles long (Devil Track Lake to Maple Hill)   Ski Areas Near Poplar River: Lutsen, Minnesota , 0 miles away, 1088 vertical feet Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 62 miles away, 400 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 68 miles away, 600 vertical feet Blackjack, Michigan , 73 miles away, 465 vertical feet Indianhead, Michigan , 74 miles away, 638 vertical feet Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 83 miles away, 641 vertical feet Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 110 miles away, 350 vertical feet Giants Ridge, Minnesota , 110 miles away, 500 vertical feet Spirit Mountain, Minnesota , 113 miles away, 700 vertical feet Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 146 miles away, 700 vertical feet   Hotels Near Poplar River: Caribou Highlands Lodge, Lutsen , 0 miles away Americinn - Tofte, Mn, Tofte , 11 miles away Super 8 Motel - Grand Marais, Grand Marais , 25 miles away East Bay Suites, Grand Marais , 27 miles away Best Western Superior Inn And Suites, Grand Marais , 27 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Poplar River: Poplar River Campground, Cook County, 6 miles away Crescent Lake Campground, Cook County, 9 miles away Baker Lake Campground, Cook County, 11 miles away   Trails Near Poplar River: Honeymoon Trail, Cook County , 6 miles away North Shore State Trail, Cook County , 14 miles away Rib Lake Trail, Cook County , 19 miles away   National Parks Near Poplar River: Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 40 miles away Grand Portage National Monument, Grand Marais - MN , 68 miles away   Lakes Near Poplar River