Wisconsin whitewater - Baraboo River, Sauk County

Sauk county, Highway 12 to Highway 113 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I(II)     4.5 miles
  The Highway 12 to Highway 113 stretch of Baraboo River in Sauk County is 4.5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I(II) section. The beautiful scenery of Wisconsin and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream make the trip here worthwhile. If you're coming from Baraboo 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. This is the only paddling stretch along Baraboo River. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Wisconsin
    are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking
around here you won't find a large number of other places. This is a pretty decent length section, it's good length for a morning trip.

Briefly about the general area:
The yearly rain here at Baraboo River is about average; most of the rain falls during August, and February is the month with the least moisture. Going for a hike on the Bluff Trail is always a great adventure, and you can go for a hike on the West Bluff Trail.
All through the months of summer at Baraboo River highs are typically in the 80's, and through the night it cools down to
 
the 50's. Through the winter the highs are typically in the 20's while Baraboo River overnight low temperatures throughout the winter are in the 0's.

Baraboo River, Highway 12 to Highway 113 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I(II)
Length: 4.5 miles
Average Gradient: 11 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.47021
Longitude: -89.7689

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.45829
Longitude: -89.71485

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Current weather conditions at Baraboo River, Wisconsin
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Local climate location: WISCONSIN DELLS 19 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Clarion Hotel and Convention Center, Baraboo
2 miles away
This property is centrally located in the middle of Wisconsin. Wisconsin Dells is 8 miles away, Ho-Chunk Casino 2 miles, Spring Green and the House on the Rock 30 miles, and one hour from Madison, Wis...

Americas Best Value/Campus Inn, Baraboo
2 miles away
Welcome to Americas Best Value/Campus Inn nestled between historic Baraboo and Wisconsin Dells.. one of the unique vacation destinations in Wisconsin. Natural beauty surrounded by an outdoor wonderlan...

Best Western Baraboo Inn, West Baraboo
2 miles away
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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Baraboo River.
 Whitewater Near Baraboo River:
Skillet Creek, Sauk County , 3 miles away, Class III-IV - 1.8 miles long (Gasser Road)
Wisconsin River, Sauk County , 8 miles away, Class II - 0.1 miles long (Prairie du Sac)
 Ski Areas Near Baraboo River:
Devils Head, Wisconsin , 8 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Christmas Mountain, Wisconsin , 11 miles away, 250 vertical feet
Cascade Mountain, Wisconsin , 16 miles away, 460 vertical feet
Tyrol Basin, Wisconsin , 21 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin , 51 miles away, 265 vertical feet
Chestnut Mountain, Illinois , 73 miles away, 475 vertical feet
Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 74 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Sundown Mountain, Iowa , 89 miles away, 475 vertical feet
Highlands of Olympia, Wisconsin , 89 miles away, 205 vertical feet
Alpine Valley, Wisconsin , 98 miles away, 388 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Baraboo River:
Clarion Hotel and Convention Center, Baraboo , 2 miles away
Americas Best Value/Campus Inn, Baraboo , 2 miles away
Best Western Baraboo Inn, West Baraboo , 2 miles away
Kalahari Resorts - Wisconsin, Wisconsin Dells , 6 miles away
Ramada Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin Dells , 6 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Baraboo River:
Mirror Lake State Park, Baraboo, 1 miles away
Nordic Pines Resort, Baraboo, 2 miles away
Wheeler's Campground, Baraboo, 2 miles away
 Trails Near Baraboo River:
Bluff Trail, Sauk County , 2 miles away
West Bluff Trail, Sauk County , 2 miles away
East Bluff Trail, Sauk County , 3 miles away
East Bluff Woods Trail, Sauk County , 3 miles away
Grottos Trail, Sauk County , 3 miles away
 National Parks Near Baraboo River:
Ice Age National Scenic Trail, Madison - WI , 30 miles away
North Country National Scenic Trail, Madison - WI , 30 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Baraboo River:
Baraboo Country Club, Baraboo , 1 miles away
Fairfield Hills Golf Course, Baraboo , 4 miles away
 Lakes Near Baraboo River

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