Wisconsin whitewater - Brule River, Forest/Florence County

Forest/Florence county, Highway 189 to FS2150 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     15.8 miles
  The wonderful Wisconsin scenery and the playfulness of the water beats anything. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many runs in this state are very easy. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the Highway 189 to FS2150 section is one of them. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance
    then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground.
This stretch of Brule River in Forest/Florence County is 15.8 miles long and it is classified as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so why not pack your sleeping bag too.

Briefly about the general area:
A common amount of rain falls here at Brule River; the month with most of the rain is August; February meanwhile is the driest month. Don't leave Brule River without first going for a hike along the Lauterman Trail.
For the period of the long summer days highs here at Brule
 
River reach the 70's. All through the dark hours of summer temperatures fall down into the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 20's, and winter nights come with lows in the 0's to Brule River.

Brule River, Highway 189 to FS2150 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 15.8 miles
Average Gradient: 7 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.9875
Longitude: -88.65253

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.99003
Longitude: -88.44977

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Current weather conditions at Brule River, Wisconsin
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Local climate location: BEECHWOOD 6 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Americinn - Iron River, Mi, Iron River
8 miles away
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31 miles away
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites IRON MOUNTAIN, Iron Mountain
35 miles away
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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Brule River.
 Whitewater Near Brule River:
Pine River, Florence County , 6 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 9.3 miles long (Chipmunk Rapids to Goodman Grade)
Pine River, Forest/Florence County , 10 miles away, Class I-II - 22.2 miles long (Highway 55 to Chipmunk Rapids)
Paint River, Iron County , 11 miles away, Class I-III - 5.6 miles long (Hemlock River to Bates Amasa Road)
Popple River, Florence County , 11 miles away, Class I-II - 10.2 miles long (Twin River Road to Morgan Lake Road)
Pine River, Florence County , 13 miles away, Class I-II - 9.2 miles long (Goodman Grade to Highway 101)
Popple River, Florence County , 14 miles away, Class II-III+ - 11.2 miles long (Morgan Lake Road to Pine River)
Peshtigo River, Forest County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 8.9 miles long (FS 2131 to FS 2134)
Paint River, Iron County , 20 miles away, Class II(III) - 2.8 miles long (Little Bull Dam to Horserace Rapids)
Pine River, Florence County , 21 miles away, Class II-IV(V) - 2.2 miles long (LaSalle Falls to Power Dam Road)
Peshtigo River, Forest/Marinette County , 22 miles away, Class I-II+(III) - 6.1 miles long (FS2134 to Goodman Park Rd)
 Ski Areas Near Brule River:
Ski Brule, Michigan , 10 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Norway Mountain, Michigan , 48 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Marquette, Michigan , 82 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 86 miles away, 641 vertical feet
Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 93 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Wisconsin , 99 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin , 100 miles away, 265 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Brule River:
Americinn - Iron River, Mi, Iron River , 8 miles away
Best Western Crandon Inn & Suites, Crandon , 31 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites IRON MOUNTAIN, Iron Mountain , 35 miles away
Budget Host Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 35 miles away
Comfort Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 35 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Brule River:
Iron County Pentoga Park, Crystal Falls, 4 miles away
Lauterman Lake Walk-In Campground, Florence County, 4 miles away
Chipmunk Rapids Campground, Florence County, 5 miles away
 Trails Near Brule River:
Lauterman Trail, Florence County , 4 miles away
Dendro Eco Trail, Forest County , 18 miles away
 National Parks Near Brule River:
Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 54 miles away
 Lakes Near Brule River

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