Wisconsin whitewater - Milwaukee River, Milwaukee County
Milwaukee
county,
Hampton Ave.Dam to North Ave.Dam section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-II 3.4 miles
This stretch of Milwaukee River in Wisconsin is 3.4 miles long and is a class I-II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The scenic beauty of Milwaukee County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything. This is a somewhat short section so better bring some good walking shoes. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. The put-in is not too far from Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t
get lost. There are many good hotels to choose from, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. This river system has a few good paddling stretches and the Hampton Ave.Dam to North Ave.Dam section is one of them. You might be into whitewater rafting
or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Wisconsin is often easier than elsewhere, so keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less demanding.
Briefly about the general area: Throughout the days of summer here at Milwaukee River, high temperatures commonly get into the 80's, and during the night it cools down to the 60's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 20's; nighttime lows in the 10's for Milwaukee River. The annual rainfall here at Milwaukee River is about average; of all the months in a year August is the one with the most rain while February is typically the driest month.
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The Knickerbocker on the Lake is a beautifully restored 1929 Art Deco hotel located 2 blocks from the Lake front and 10 miles from General Mitchell Ineternational Airport. Situated in a quiet residen...
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Located minutes from all major area attractions, the La Quinta Inn Milwaukee Glendale-Bayshore/Town Center Area is the perfect destination for travelers to Milwaukee's beautiful Northshore. You are cl...
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Hotel is located along the lakefront in the Yankee Hill Historic District on the east end of downtown Milwaukee overlooking the lakeshore and Veterans Park. Miles of biking and hiking trails along the...
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