Wisconsin whitewater - Eau Claire River, Eau Claire County Eau Claire county, Channey Rd section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     7.9 miles   The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. This stretch of Eau Claire River is 7.9 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-II section. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's good length for a morning trip.     Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. The scenic beauty of Wisconsin and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. Briefly about the general area: The Hamilton Falls Snowmobile Trail offers hiking at its best. The amount of rain that falls at Eau Claire River is close to the national average; the month of August is the wettest with most of the rain, and February is the month with the least moisture.   At Eau Claire River through the warm days of summer highs are in the 80's; during summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 20's with winter lows in the 0's overnight here at Eau Claire River. Eau Claire River, Channey Rd road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 7.9 miles Average Gradient: 5 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.74803 Longitude: -90.9667 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.74641 Longitude: -91.05432 Paddler input for Eau Claire River, Wisconsin: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Eau Claire River, Wisconsin Local climate location: HOLCOMBE 19 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Super 8 Motel - Stanley, Stanley 11 miles away The Super 8 Stanley is conveniently located off of Hwy 29 at Exit 101, halfway between Chippewa Falls and Wausau. The motel features free High Speed Wireless Internet, free continental breakfast, cof... Americinn - Thorp, Wi, Thorp 18 miles away Each AmericInn is built with solid masonry construction and the highest sound rating in the industry to allow you the experience of a quiet nights sleep. Business and leisure travelers are accommodate... SUPER 8 MOTEL - BLACK RIVER FALLS, Black River Falls 25 miles away The Super 8 Motel Black River Falls, Wisconsin is conveniently located off I-94, Exit 116 on Hwy 54. The motel is located between Eau Claire and La Crosse, Wisconsin. The Super 8 Motel Black River F...   All Wisconsin Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Wisconsin. Books about whitewater paddling on Eau Claire River, Wisconsin List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire, Wisconsin Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, the metro area neareast to Eau Claire River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Eau Claire River.   Whitewater Near Eau Claire River: Eau Claire River, Eau Claire County , 20 miles away, Class II-III+ - 1.4 miles long (Little Falls to Big Falls) Yellow River, Taylor County , 22 miles away, Class I-II - 8 miles long (Gilman to Mattes Bridge) Halls Creek, Jackson County , 22 miles away, Class I-II - 9.7 miles long (Trow Lake Dam to Black River) Chippewa River, Chippewa County , 24 miles away, Class II-III - 0.5 miles long (Jim Falls) Black River, Jackson County , 25 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 3.2 miles long (Hatfield Dam to Power Plant) Dickey Creek, Jackson County , 26 miles away, Class -blank- - 2 miles long (to Bottom Road) Morrison Creek, Jackson County , 27 miles away, Class I-II - 5.3 miles long (South Cemetery Road to Bottom Road landing) Black River, Clark County , 27 miles away, Class I-II - 10.5 miles long (Greenwood Park) Black River, Clark County , 28 miles away, Class I-III - 12.5 miles long (Neillsville to Lake Arbutus) Duncan Creek, Chippewa County , 28 miles away, Class -blank- - 1.5 miles long (Glen Loch Dam to Chippewa River)   Ski Areas Near Eau Claire River: Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 45 miles away, 350 vertical feet Mount La Crosse, Wisconsin , 51 miles away, 516 vertical feet Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 92 miles away, 400 vertical feet Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 92 miles away, 700 vertical feet Christmas Mountain, Wisconsin , 97 miles away, 250 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 107 miles away, 600 vertical feet Sundown Mountain, Michigan , 110 miles away, 475 vertical feet Blackjack, Michigan , 111 miles away, 465 vertical feet Indianhead, Michigan , 112 miles away, 638 vertical feet Trollhaugen, Wisconsin , 115 miles away, 260 vertical feet   Hotels Near Eau Claire River: Super 8 Motel - Stanley, Stanley , 11 miles away Americinn - Thorp, Wi, Thorp , 18 miles away SUPER 8 MOTEL - BLACK RIVER FALLS, Black River Falls , 25 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Black River Falls, Wisconsin, Black River Falls , 25 miles away Best Western Arrowhead Lodge & Suites, Black River Falls , 26 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Eau Claire River: Woodland Motel Campground, Augusta, 8 miles away Rock Dam Campground, Willard, 9 miles away Triple R Resort, Hixton, 11 miles away   Trails Near Eau Claire River: Hamilton Falls Snowmobile Trail, Eau Claire County , 3 miles away Silver Mound Trail, Jackson County , 17 miles away   Lakes Near Eau Claire River