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
  If you're coming from Toledo it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The Boat launch to I-475 bridge section of Maumee River in Ohio is 5.5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-II(III) section. The campgrounds here at Maumee River are pretty good. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, good for a one day paddling trip. There are some good sections to paddle in this river system, the Boat launch to I-475 bridge section
    is one of them. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a pretty small number of paddling spots. No need to look hard for hotels, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being
out on the river for a while are great attractions for lots of people. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Ohio are often more forgiving than in other states, so don't forget that the rivers in this state are less demanding.

Briefly about the general area:
An average amount of precipitation falls at Maumee River; the month with most of the rain is June while February is mostly the driest month.
At Maumee River during the summer months highs are in the 80's, and the nighttime is a little cooler of course, ordinarily
 
in the 60's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 30's, and after the sun is down throughout the wintertime temperatures at Maumee River descend into the 10's.

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

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Current weather conditions at Maumee River, Ohio
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Local climate location: TOLEDO EXPRESS WSO AP 17 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Fairfield Inn By Marriott Maumee, Maumee
2 miles away
64 well appointed guest, free deluxe Early Eats Continental Breakfast featuring Jimmy Dean Breakfast Sandwiches and fresh Belgian waffles,indoor pool and hot tub,indoor corridors. Conveniently located...

Maumee Super 8 Motel, Maumee
2 miles away
When it comes to great accommodations, Super 8 Motel Maumee is a one stop shop. We offer a quality product with friendly service at a reasonable price including Free SuperStart Breakfast, In-Room Cof...

Country Inn And Suites By Carlson Toledo, Maumee
2 miles away
Close to interstate-in Arrowhead Business Park...



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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.
 

   

OUTDOORS
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, 230 vertical feet
Mad River, Ohio , 64 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Pine Nob, 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
Clear Fork, Ohio , 101 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Apple Mountain, Michigan , 104 miles away, 220 vertical feet
Spicy Run Mountain, Ohio , 132 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Boston Mills, Ohio , 147 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Brandywine, Ohio , 148 miles away, 240 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Maumee River:
Fairfield Inn By Marriott Maumee, Maumee , 2 miles away
Maumee Super 8 Motel, Maumee , 2 miles away
Country Inn And Suites By Carlson Toledo, Maumee , 2 miles away
Courtyard By Marriott Maumee, Maumee , 2 miles away
Baymont Inn & Suites - Toledo/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
Toledo/Maumee KOA, Swanton, 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

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