Wisconsin whitewater - Big Rib River, Taylor/Lincoln County Taylor/Lincoln county, Highway 64 to Greiner Road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II     2.45 miles   If you're coming from Wausau it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, as you can see on the road map further down. The beautiful scenery of Taylor/Lincoln County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream have people coming here. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad     you came. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. This section of Big Rib River in Wisconsin is 2.45 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II section. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a pretty small number of paddling spots. The Highway 64 to Greiner Road stretch is the only paddling stretch along Big Rib River. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Briefly about the general area: From a rain point of view Big Rib River is a pretty common spot; the wettest month of the year is commonly September, that's the one that rains the most while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Throughout the warm days of summer   at Big Rib River highs are commonly in the 70's, and the overnight is rather cooler of course, generally in the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 10's, and after the sun is down all through the winter temperatures at Big Rib River drop into the-10's. Big Rib River, Highway 64 to Greiner Road road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II Length: 2.45 miles Average Gradient: 22 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.14928 Longitude: -90.05909 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.13286 Longitude: -90.02623 Paddler input for Big Rib River, Wisconsin: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Big Rib River, Wisconsin Local climate location: MEDFORD 11 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Americinn - Medford, Wi, Medford 20 miles away When you check into the AmericInn of Medford,WI whether for business or pleasure you will be surrounded by the pleasing atmosphere that you can experience only with us. You will enjoy spacious, quiet,... Sleep Inn Abbotsford, Abbotsford 21 miles away Recreation area including hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, golfing, hiking and rafting. Beautiful fall scenery. Close to Colby, home of Colby Cheese. Granite Peak - 30 miles. Offering great bow/gun sea... Baymont Inn & Suites Marshfield, Marshfield 23 miles away The Baymont Inn and Suites of Marshfield, WI is pleased to provide our guests with exceptional service and quality amenities at an affordable price. Whether you are here for Business or Leisure you ca...   All Wisconsin Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Wisconsin. Books about whitewater paddling on Big Rib River, Wisconsin List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Big Rib River, Wisconsin. Find a whitewater outfitter in Wisconsin Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Wausau, Wisconsin Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Wausau, Wisconsin, the metro area neareast to Big Rib River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Big Rib River.   Whitewater Near Big Rib River: Black Creek, Marathon County , 6 miles away, Class I-II - 1.4 miles long (Athens City Park to Pioneer Road) New Wood River, Lincoln County , 16 miles away, Class I-II - 4.1 miles long (to Tesch Road) Wisconsin River, Lincoln County , 19 miles away, Class II-III+(IV) - 1 miles long (Grandfather Falls) Wisconsin River, Marathon County , 30 miles away, Class II-III - 0.35 miles long (Wausau Slalom Course) Pine River, Lincoln County , 30 miles away, Class I-II - 2.2 miles long (Center Rd)   Ski Areas Near Big Rib River: Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 27 miles away, 700 vertical feet Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 66 miles away, 400 vertical feet Indianhead, Michigan , 66 miles away, 638 vertical feet Blackjack, Michigan , 67 miles away, 465 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 67 miles away, 600 vertical feet Christmas Mountain, Wisconsin , 76 miles away, 250 vertical feet Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin , 78 miles away, 265 vertical feet Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 86 miles away, 641 vertical feet Cascade Mountain, Wisconsin , 88 miles away, 460 vertical feet Devils Head, Wisconsin , 89 miles away, 500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Big Rib River: Americinn - Medford, Wi, Medford , 20 miles away Sleep Inn Abbotsford, Abbotsford , 21 miles away Baymont Inn & Suites Marshfield, Marshfield , 23 miles away Woodfield Inn and Suites, Marshfield , 24 miles away Comfort Inn Marshfield, Marshfield , 24 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Big Rib River: Monster Hall Campground, Unity, 20 miles away