Minnesota whitewater - Temperance River, Cook County Cook county, Highway 2 and FR164 to FR166 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     6.5 miles   The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Minnesota are often tougher than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Lodging is available near the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. This section of Temperance River in Minnesota is 6.5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-II section. Whether     you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots. This stretch is mid length, good for a one day paddling trip. The nature scenery of Cook County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything. The Highway 2 and FR164 to FR166 section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. Briefly about the general area: Going for a hike on the Honeymoon Trail is always a good adventure. All through the long summer days at Temperance River temperatures are generally in the 70's with night lows in the 50's. Throughout the winter the highs are typically in the 10's while Temperance River night low temperatures throughout the wintertime are in the-10's. The annual rain here at Temperance River is about average; all through June this area sees the most rain while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation.   Temperance River, Highway 2 and FR164 to FR166 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 6.5 miles Average Gradient: 43 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.73263 Longitude: -90.87987 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.64018 Longitude: -90.84733 Paddler input for Temperance River, Minnesota: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Temperance River, Minnesota Local climate location: GUNFLINT LAKE 30 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Americinn - Tofte, Mn, Tofte 5 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... Caribou Highlands Lodge, Lutsen 10 miles away 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... The Mountain Inn, Lutsen 11 miles away The Lutsen Lodging Company provides an eclectic selection of vacation rental properties throughout greater Cook County Minnesota including the areas of Lutsen- Tofte- Schroeder- Gunflint Trail and Lak...   All Minnesota Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Minnesota. Books about whitewater paddling on Temperance River, Minnesota List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Temperance River, 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 Temperance River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Temperance River.   Whitewater Near Temperance River: Temperance River, Cook County , 4 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 8.5 miles long (FR166 to Temperance River State Park) Cross River, Cook County , 7 miles away, Class II-V - 8.5 miles long (Forest Road 166 to falls above Highway 61) Two Island River, Cook County , 9 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4.3 miles long (Cty 1 to Highway 61) Poplar River, Cook County , 10 miles away, Class II-IV+(V) - 2.2 miles long (Lutsen ski hill to Highway 61) Manitou River, Lake County , 19 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.5 miles long (Cty 5 to falls above Highway 61) Cascade River, Cook County , 23 miles away, Class IV-V - 3.5 miles long (CR45 to Cascade River State Park) Cascade River, Cook County , 23 miles away, Class V+ - 0.5 miles long (Cascades of Cascade) Cascade River, Cook County , 24 miles away, Class II(IV) - 3.5 miles long (FR157 to CR45) Baptism River, Lake County , 29 miles away, Class II-V - 4.8 miles long (Eckbeck campground to Lake Superior) Baptism River, Lake County , 29 miles away, Class I-III(IV) - 5.2 miles long (Finland to Eckbeck campground)   Ski Areas Near Temperance River: Lutsen, Minnesota , 10 miles away, 1088 vertical feet Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 68 miles away, 400 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 76 miles away, 600 vertical feet Blackjack, Michigan , 81 miles away, 465 vertical feet Indianhead, Michigan , 83 miles away, 638 vertical feet Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 93 miles away, 641 vertical feet Giants Ridge, Minnesota , 100 miles away, 500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Temperance River: Americinn - Tofte, Mn, Tofte , 5 miles away Caribou Highlands Lodge, Lutsen , 10 miles away The Mountain Inn, Lutsen , 11 miles away Eagle Ridge Resort at Lutsen Mountains, Lutsen , 12 miles away Americinn Silver Bay, Silver Bay , 33 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Temperance River: Temperance River Campground, Cook County, 2 miles away Poplar River Campground, Cook County, 6 miles away Lamb's Campground and Resort, Schroeder, 7 miles away   Trails Near Temperance River: Honeymoon Trail, Cook County , 5 miles away Rib Lake Trail, Cook County , 18 miles away   National Parks Near Temperance River: Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 40 miles away