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
  This stretch of Amnicon River in Wisconsin is 5.7 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-IV+ section. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. There's camping available near Amnicon River. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill
    up quick. This is a pretty decent length section, it's good length for a morning trip. Amnicon River doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the Anderson Hill Road to Cty U section is the only one. The beautiful scenery of Wisconsin and the water flowing gracefully down Amnicon
River have people coming here. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great attractions for lots of people. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good places.

Briefly about the general area:
The amount of rain that falls at Amnicon River is close to the national average; most of the rain falls during August, and February is the month with the least moisture. Through the days of summer at Amnicon River temperatures are generally in the 70's,
 
and the nighttime is slightly colder of course, typically in the 50's. Daytime highs throughout the wintertime are in the 20's while Amnicon River overnight low temperatures during the wintertime are in the-10's.
Amnicon Falls is an inspiring place to have a look at during your stay.

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.

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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
 Hotels Near Amnicon River:
Super 8 Superior WI, Superior , 8 miles away
Barkers Island Inn and Conference Center, Superior , 12 miles away
Barkers Island Inn Resort and Conference Center, Superior , 12 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites SUPERIOR, Superior , 12 miles away
Days Inn Superior Bayfront, 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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