Wisconsin whitewater - Montreal River, Gogebic Range, Iron/Geobegic County
Iron/Geobegic
county,
below Saxon Falls to Highway 122 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-III 3.1 miles
Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Wisconsin is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. This stretch of Montreal River in Iron/Geobegic County is 3.1 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-III section. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling spots. The beautiful scenery of Iron/Geobegic County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything.
The below Saxon Falls to Highway 122 stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. This stretch is short so better bring some good walking shoes. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some
time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. When you're paddling down a Gogebic Range river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.
Briefly about the general area: Put some time aside to spend at Saxon Falls since you're here at Montreal River, and Saxon Falls is always fun to check out. Through the warmest time of the year highs here at Montreal River reach the 70's, and all through
the night it cools down to the 50's. All through the winter highs are in the 20's while the cold winter nights at Montreal River are in the 0's. These mountains rock, just check out all the entertaining things to do in the Gogebic Range. The annual rain here at Montreal River is about average; through August this area sees the most rain; February is when it's the driest.
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