Minnesota whitewater - Vermilion River, St. Louis County St. Louis county, FS491 to CR24 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-IV     4 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 if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. The nature scenery of Minnesota and the playfulness of the water beats anything. This is a pretty decent length section, it's perfect for a one day trip. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature will make you glad you came. There are some good     sections to paddle in this river system, the FS491 to CR24 section is one of them. The FS491 to CR24 stretch of Vermilion River is 4 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-IV section of whitewater. 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. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way around here you won't find a large number of other rivers. Briefly about the general area: Vermilion Gorge is near Vermilion River and is without doubt a glorious place to stop by. The amount of rain that falls at Vermilion River is close to the national average; of all the months in a year June is the one with the most rain, and February   is the month with the least moisture. Throughout the summertime months here at Vermilion River, high temperatures usually get into the 70's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures dip down into the 40's. All through the wintertime highs are typically in the 10's, and overnight lows through the wintertime for Vermilion River tend to be in the-20's. Vermilion River, FS491 to CR24 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-IV Length: 4 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 48.26456 Longitude: -92.56521 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 48.27485 Longitude: -92.49545 Paddler input for Vermilion River, Minnesota: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Vermilion River, Minnesota Local climate location: TOWER 45 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Elbow Lake Lodge, Cook 13 miles away Elbow Lake Lodge is a first-class family-oriented resort nestled between the Boundary Water Canoe Area Wilderness and Voyageurs National Park. We have a wonderful 900-foot natural sand beach, full ser... Gateway Lodge and Suites, Orr 23 miles away Welcome to the Gateway Lodge and Suites on beautiful Pelican Lake in the pristine northwoods of Northern Minnesota. At the gateway to Voyageurs National Park, The Gateway Lodge and Suites of Orr offer... Americinn - Mt Iron, Mn, Mountain Iron 33 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...   All Minnesota Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Minnesota. Books about whitewater paddling on Vermilion River, Minnesota List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Vermilion 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 Vermilion River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Vermilion River.   Whitewater Near Vermilion River: Vermilion River, St. Louis County , 10 miles away, Class II-IV - 1.5 miles long (Eightmile Creek to Cty 24) Vermilion River, St. Louis County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 5.5 miles long (Vermilion Dam to Twomile Creek) Little Fork River, St. Louis County , 26 miles away, Class I-II - 6.4 miles long (CR914 to CR481)   Ski Areas Near Vermilion River: Giants Ridge, Minnesota , 35 miles away, 500 vertical feet Spirit Mountain, Minnesota , 74 miles away, 700 vertical feet   Hotels Near Vermilion River: Elbow Lake Lodge, Cook , 13 miles away Gateway Lodge and Suites, Orr , 23 miles away Americinn - Mt Iron, Mn, Mountain Iron , 33 miles away Budget Host Virginia, Virginia , 36 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites MOUNTAIN IRON (VIRGINIA), Mountain Iron , 36 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Vermilion River: Beddow's Campground, Crane Lake, 3 miles away Waters Edge RV Park, Crane Lake, 3 miles away Browns Bay Campground, St. Louis County, 5 miles away   Trails Near Vermilion River: Beatty Portage, St. Louis County , 16 miles away   National Parks Near Vermilion River: Voyageurs National Park, International Falls - MN , 62 miles away   Lakes Near Vermilion River