Wisconsin whitewater - Eau Claire River, Douglas County Douglas county, Johnson Road to State Camp Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     10.4 miles   The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The wonderful Douglas County scenery and the playfulness of the water beats anything. This stretch has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so why not pack your sleeping bag too. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. This is the only paddling stretch along Eau Claire River. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are     not so many other good spots for that around here. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. The Johnson Road to State Camp Bridge section of Eau Claire River in Douglas County is 10.4 miles long and is a class I-II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature will make you glad you came. Briefly about the general area: The yearly precipitation here at Eau Claire River is about average; during August this area sees the most rain while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation. The warmest time of the year at Eau Claire River arrives with high temperatures in the 80's. All through the dark hours of summer   temperatures fall down into the 50's. The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 20's, and during the dark hours in the wintertime at Eau Claire River temperatures dip to the-10's. Eau Claire River, Johnson Road to State Camp Bridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 10.4 miles Average Gradient: 6 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.2556 Longitude: -91.59275 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.22936 Longitude: -91.75784 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: MINONG 12 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Americinn - Hayward, Wi, Hayward 17 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. Buisness and leisure travelers are accomodated... Northern Pine Inn, Hayward 17 miles away For the best lodging accommodations in the area, set your travel plans with the Northern Pine Inn, located in Hayward, Wisconsin. We proudly provide the best suited accommodations anywhere in Superior... Hayward Super 8 Motel, Hayward 17 miles away Welcome to the Super 8 Hayward WI. We offer out guest these fine amenities- Super Start Plus Breakfast 45 rooms 2 blocks to downtown Snowmobile from door Scheers Lumberjack Show and mini-golf 3 ...   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 Menomonie, Wisconsin Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Menomonie, 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: Totogatic River, Washburn County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 8.9 miles long (Totogatic Flowage to Colton Flowage) Namekagon River, Sawyer/Washburn County , 14 miles away, Class I-II - 15.4 miles long (Hayward River Campground to Springbrook Landing) Bois Brule River, Douglas County , 15 miles away, Class I-II - 3.9 miles long (to Highway 2) Bois Brule River, Douglas County , 20 miles away, Class II - 8.3 miles long (Copper Range Campground to Highway 13) Amnicon River, Douglas County , 24 miles away, Class II-IV+ - 5.7 miles long (Anderson Hill Road to Cty U) St. Croix River, Douglas/Burnett County , 25 miles away, Class I-II - 15.8 miles long (Gordon Dam to St. Croix Tr.)   Ski Areas Near Eau Claire River: Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 40 miles away, 350 vertical feet Spirit Mountain, Minnesota , 44 miles away, 700 vertical feet Giants Ridge, Minnesota , 77 miles away, 500 vertical feet Trollhaugen, Wisconsin , 78 miles away, 260 vertical feet Wild Mountain, Minnesota , 79 miles away, 300 vertical feet Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 89 miles away, 400 vertical feet Lutsen, Minnesota , 95 miles away, 1088 vertical feet Afton Alps, Minnesota , 102 miles away, 350 vertical feet Welch Village, Minnesota , 109 miles away, 350 vertical feet Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 110 miles away, 600 vertical feet   Hotels Near Eau Claire River: Americinn - Hayward, Wi, Hayward , 17 miles away Northern Pine Inn, Hayward , 17 miles away Hayward Super 8 Motel, Hayward , 17 miles away Ramada Inn Hayward, Hayward , 17 miles away Comfort Suites Hayward, Hayward , 18 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Eau Claire River: Swansons Motel and Campground, Solon Springs, 6 miles away Tyman's Motel and Campground, Gordon, 8 miles away Wasko's Lakeshore Camp, Lake Nebagamon, 11 miles away   National Parks Near Eau Claire River: Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 65 miles away   Lakes Near Eau Claire River