Wisconsin whitewater - Montreal River, Gogebic Range, Iron County

Iron county, Erickson Road to Saxon Falls Dam section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     16.7 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Wisconsin are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that rivers here are less demanding. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camp stove. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature will have you coming back for more. The natural beauty of Iron County and the sparkling of the sunlight
    on the water make the trip here worthwhile. Whitewater paddling here in the Gogebic Range is a great experience. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Erickson Road to Saxon Falls Dam section is just one of many. There's camping available near Montreal
River. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. This stretch of Montreal River in Wisconsin is 16.7 miles long and is a class I-II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater.

Briefly about the general area:
Summertime highs at Montreal River ordinarily tend to be in the 70's while night lows are frequently in the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 20's while Montreal River overnight low temperatures through the winter are in the 0's.
From a precipitation
 
point of view Montreal River is a quite normal spot; during the month of August you get the most rain around here, and the driest month is February.

Montreal River, Erickson Road to Saxon Falls Dam road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 16.7 miles
Average Gradient: 12 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.4994
Longitude: -90.2147

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.5387
Longitude: -90.37414

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Current weather conditions at Montreal River, Gogebic Range, Wisconsin
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Local climate location: MADELINE ISLAND 6 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Days Inn Hurley, Hurley
8 miles away
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Budget Host Cloverland Motel Ironwood, Ironwood
8 miles away
Whether you are visiting Ironwood for a family reunion, a vacation in the beautiful North Woods, or are here for business, we welcome extended stays. Our standard room has 2 comfortable queen sized b...

Americas Best Value Inn Ironwood, Ironwood
9 miles away
Americas Best Value Inn Ironwood is conveniently located off of US Highway 2 in western Michigan. We are near downtown Ironwood in an area where many outdoor adventures, fine dining, and scenic views ...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Montreal River.
 Whitewater Near Montreal River:
Montreal River - West Fork, Iron/Geobegic County , 4 miles away, Class II-IV - 6.3 miles long (Gile Falls to Highway 2)
Montreal River, Iron County , 7 miles away, Class II-IV(V) - 3.2 miles long (Highway 2 to Erickson Road)
Montreal River, Iron/Geobegic County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 3.1 miles long (below Saxon Falls to Highway 122)
Potato River, Iron County , 11 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 6.1 miles long (Upson Falls to Foster Falls)
Potato River, Iron County , 14 miles away, Class I-IV - 7.2 miles long (Foster Falls to Highway 169)
Powder Mill Creek, Gogebic County , 15 miles away, Class II-IV+ - 2 miles long (above Powderhorn Falls to Cty. 513)
Tyler Forks, Iron County , 16 miles away, Class II-III+(IV) - 7.6 miles long (Moore Park to Vogues Road)
Black River, Gogebic County , 16 miles away, Class II-III+ - 7.9 miles long (Narrows Park to Conglomerate Falls)
Potato River, Iron/Ashland County , 18 miles away, Class II-IV(V) - 6.5 miles long (Highway 169 to Potato River Road)
Black River, Gogebic County , 18 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 2.6 miles long (Conglomerate Falls to Lake Superior)
 Ski Areas Near Montreal River:
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 9 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 14 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Blackjack, Michigan , 20 miles away, 465 vertical feet
Indianhead, Michigan , 22 miles away, 638 vertical feet
Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 47 miles away, 641 vertical feet
Lutsen, Minnesota , 62 miles away, 1088 vertical feet
Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 87 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 89 miles away, 350 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Montreal River:
Days Inn Hurley, Hurley , 8 miles away
Budget Host Cloverland Motel Ironwood, Ironwood , 8 miles away
Americas Best Value Inn Ironwood, Ironwood , 9 miles away
Comfort Inn Ironwood, Ironwood , 9 miles away
Americinn - Ironwood, Mi, Ironwood , 10 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Montreal River:
Little Girls Point Campground, Gogebic County, 4 miles away
 Trails Near Montreal River:
Rainbow Falls Trail, Gogebic County , 19 miles away
 National Parks Near Montreal River:
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 40 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Montreal River:
Eagle Bluff Golf Club, Hurley , 5 miles away

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