Wisconsin whitewater - Amnicon River, Douglas County

Douglas county, Anderson Hill Road to Cty U section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 



CLASS II-IV+     5.7 miles
  The nature scenery of Douglas County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that many runs in this state are very easy. The Anderson Hill Road to Cty U stretch is the only paddling stretch along Amnicon River. There's camping available near Amnicon River. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. Some people prefer whitewater
    rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. This section of Amnicon River in Douglas
County is 5.7 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-IV+ section. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip.

Briefly about the general area:
An average amount of precipitation falls at Amnicon River; August is when you get the most rain here, and February is the month with the least moisture. A visit to Amnicon River wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Amnicon Falls.
For the duration of the months of summer here at Amnicon River, high temperatures commonly get into the 70's
 
while night lows are usually in the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 20's with winter lows in the-10's overnight here at Amnicon River.

Amnicon River, Anderson Hill Road to Cty U road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-IV+
Length: 5.7 miles
Average Gradient: 54 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.57946
Longitude: -91.91482

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.63064
Longitude: -91.90889

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Current weather conditions at Amnicon River, Wisconsin
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Local climate location: SUPERIOR 11 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Superior Super 8 Motel, Superior
8 miles away
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12 miles away
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Superior, Wi, Superior
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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 Amnicon River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Amnicon River.
 Whitewater Near Amnicon River:
Lester River, St. Louis County , 13 miles away, Class IV-V - 2 miles long (Lester River Road to Superior St.)
Amity Creek, St Louis County , 14 miles away, Class IV-V - 2.4 miles long (Skyline Pkwy to Lester River)
French River, St. Louis County , 15 miles away, Class III-IV - 2.2 miles long (Cty 33 to Ryan Road)
Black River, Douglas County , 16 miles away, Class II-III(V+) - 4.8 miles long (Little Manitou Falls to Rail Road bridge)
Big Sucker River, St. Louis County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV+(V) - 5.6 miles long (Cty 33 to Lake Superior)
Knife River, Lake/St. Louis County , 19 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 5.5 miles long (Cty 102 to Lake Superior)
St. Croix River, Douglas/Burnett County , 22 miles away, Class I-II - 15.8 miles long (Gordon Dam to St. Croix Tr.)
Bois Brule River, Douglas County , 22 miles away, Class I-II - 3.9 miles long (to Highway 2)
Bois Brule River, Douglas County , 22 miles away, Class II - 8.3 miles long (Copper Range Campground to Highway 13)
Eau Claire River, Douglas County , 24 miles away, Class I-II - 10.4 miles long (Johnson Road to State Camp Bridge)
 Ski Areas Near Amnicon River:
Spirit Mountain, Minnesota , 22 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Giants Ridge, Minnesota , 54 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 64 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Wild Mountain, Minnesota , 77 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Trollhaugen, Wisconsin , 77 miles away, 260 vertical feet
Lutsen, Minnesota , 97 miles away, 1088 vertical feet
Afton Alps, Minnesota , 103 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 105 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Welch Village, Minnesota , 112 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 126 miles away, 600 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Amnicon River:
Superior Super 8 Motel, Superior , 8 miles away
Barkers Island Inn and Conference Center, Superior , 12 miles away
Barker's Island Inn & Conference Center Galley Restaurant & Lounge, Superior , 12 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Superior, Wi, Superior , 12 miles away
Superior Bayfront Days Inn, Superior , 12 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Amnicon River:
Northland Camping and RV Park, South Range, 2 miles away
Poplar Golf Course, Poplar, 7 miles away
Nemadji Trailer Court, Superior, 10 miles away

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