Minnesota whitewater - Split Rock River, Lake County

Lake county, Superior Hiking Trail to Highway 61 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV-V     2.9 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that many runs in this state are not easy. This is the only paddling stretch along Split Rock River. This section of Split Rock River in Lake County is 2.9 miles long and is a class IV-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The nature scenery of Lake County and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. The nearby hotels are a bit away
    from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This stretch is short so better bring some good walking shoes. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come.

Briefly about the general area:
The
warmest time of the year brings highs in the 70's to Split Rock River with night lows in the 50's. Daytime highs through the wintertime are in the 20's with winter lows in the 0's overnight here at Split Rock River. The North Shore Snowmobile Trail is a nice hiking trail close to Split Rock River.
The annual rain here at Split Rock River is about average; the month with most of the rain is June; February on the other hand is the driest.
 

Split Rock River, Superior Hiking Trail to Highway 61 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV-V
Length: 2.9 miles
Average Gradient: 132 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.20083
Longitude: -91.42463

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.18259
Longitude: -91.40805

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Current weather conditions at Split Rock River, Minnesota
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Local climate location: TWO HARBORS 8 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Cove Point Lodge, Beaver Bay
9 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
11 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 ...

Americinn Silver Bay, Silver Bay
11 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...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Split Rock River.
 Whitewater Near Split Rock River:
Beaver River - W.Br, Lake County , 5 miles away, Class II-III(V) - 2.7 miles long (CR3 to Glen Avon Falls)
Gooseberry River, Lake County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Cty 3 to Gooseberry Falls State Park)
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)
Crow Creek, Lake County , 11 miles away, Class IV - 2 miles long (Cty 3 to Lake Superior)
Encampment River, Lake County , 11 miles away, Class IV-V - 2.5 miles long (Cty 3 to Highway 61)
Silver Creek, Lake County , 15 miles away, Class IV - 1.1 miles long (Cty 3 to Highway 61)
Baptism River - West Br, Lake County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Route 1 to Finland)
Baptism River, Lake County , 16 miles away, Class I-III(IV) - 5.2 miles long (Finland to Eckbeck campground)
Baptism River, Lake County , 16 miles away, Class II-V - 4.8 miles long (Eckbeck campground to Lake Superior)
 Ski Areas Near Split Rock River:
Lutsen, Minnesota , 53 miles away, 1088 vertical feet
Spirit Mountain, Minnesota , 60 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Giants Ridge, Minnesota , 64 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 79 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 80 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 97 miles away, 600 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Split Rock River:
Cove Point Lodge, Beaver Bay , 9 miles away
Grand Superior Lodge, Two Harbors , 11 miles away
Americinn Silver Bay, Silver Bay , 11 miles away
Americinn - Two Harbors, Mn, Two Harbors , 22 miles away
Larsmont Cottages, Two Harbors , 25 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Split Rock River:
Tetagouche Lake Campground, Lake County, 12 miles away
Silver Bay Koa Kampground, Silver Bay, 13 miles away
Wildhurst Campgrounds, Finland, 16 miles away
 Trails Near Split Rock River:
North Shore Snowmobile Trail, Lake County , 6 miles away
Moosewalk Snowmobile Trail, Lake County , 13 miles away
 National Parks Near Split Rock River:
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 44 miles away

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