Ohio whitewater - Maumee River, Wood County Wood county, Boat launch to I-475 bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II(III)     5.5 miles   The average Ohio whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The Boat launch to I-475 bridge section of Maumee River in Wood County is 5.5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-II(III) section. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. The starting point is not too far from Toledo, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page.     There are many good hotels to choose from, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The nature scenery of Wood County and the water flowing gracefully down Maumee River have people coming here. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you won't find a large number of other rivers. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Briefly about the general area: All through the warmest time of the year at Maumee River temperatures are ordinarily in the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures sink down into the 60's. For the period of the winter highs are in the 30's; overnight lows at Maumee River throughout   the wintertime commonly dip into the 10's. From a rain point of view Maumee River is a pretty common place; June is when you get the most rain here, and February is when it's the driest. Maumee River, Boat launch to I-475 bridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II(III) Length: 5.5 miles Average Gradient: 9 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 41.54333 Longitude: -83.69084 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 41.55027 Longitude: -83.67334 Paddler input for Maumee River, Ohio: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Maumee River, Ohio Local climate location: TOLEDO EXPRESS WSO AP 17 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Toledo Maumee Red Roof Inn, Maumee Sports, shopping, theater and fun?you?ll find it all at Red Roof Toledo Maumee! Adjacent to the Maumee Sports Mall and Maumee Antique Mall, Lucas County Recreational Center and Stranahan Theater are w... Residence Inn Toledo Maumee, Maumee 2 miles away The Residence Inn Toledo Maumee hotel is the newest hotel in Maumee Ohio. At our extended stay Toledo hotel you will feel connected while away from home and maintain a balance of work and life. We are... Fairfield Inn Toledo Maumee, Maumee 2 miles away Our 64 room hotel is conveniently located adjacent to Arrowhead Business Park. The beautifully appointed guest rooms feature free high speed wireless internet access, well -lit work desk, coffee maker...   All Ohio Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Ohio. Books about whitewater paddling on Maumee River, Ohio List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Maumee River, Ohio. Find a whitewater outfitter in Ohio Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Toledo, Ohio Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Toledo, Ohio, the metro area neareast to Maumee River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Maumee River.   Whitewater Near Maumee River: Maumee River, -blank- County , 14 miles away, Class -blank- - 2 miles long (Grand Rapids) Portage River, Sandusky County , 25 miles away, Class I-II - 4 miles long (Woodville to Elmore)   Ski Areas Near Maumee River: Mount Brighton, Michigan , 52 miles away, 250 vertical feet Mad River Mountain, Ohio , 64 miles away, 300 vertical feet Pine Knob, Michigan , 66 miles away, 300 vertical feet Mount Holly, Michigan , 67 miles away, 350 vertical feet Snow Trails, Ohio , 95 miles away, 300 vertical feet   Hotels Near Maumee River: Toledo Maumee Red Roof Inn, Maumee , 1 miles away Residence Inn Toledo Maumee, Maumee , 2 miles away Fairfield Inn Toledo Maumee, Maumee , 2 miles away SUPER 8 Maumee Perrysburg Toledo Area, Maumee , 2 miles away Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Maumee, Maumee , 2 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Maumee River: Swanton Koa Kampground, Swanton, 10 miles away Firelake Camper Park, Bowling Green, 11 miles away Portage Quarry Recreation Club, Bowling Green, 11 miles away   Golf Courses Near Maumee River: Heather Downs Country Club, Toledo , 4 miles away Riverby Hills Golf Course, Bowling Green , 4 miles away Tangle Wood Golf Course, Perrysburg , 7 miles away   Lakes Near Maumee River