Wisconsin whitewater - Namekagon River, Sawyer/Washburn County

Sawyer/Washburn county, Hayward River Campground to Springbrook Landing section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     15.4 miles
  The wonderful Sawyer/Washburn County scenery and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. The average Wisconsin whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master than those in other states, so don't forget that rivers here are less demanding. This section of Namekagon River in Sawyer/Washburn County is 15.4 miles long and it is classified as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill
    up quick. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. There are no other stretches to paddle along Namekagon River than the Hayward River Campground to Springbrook Landing stretch. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go
ahead and pack your camping stuff. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a pretty small number of paddling rivers. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while have a lot of people coming here.

Briefly about the general area:
The amount of precipitation that falls at Namekagon River is close to the national average; August is the month that gets the most rain, and the driest of the months is February.
At Namekagon River during the days of summer highs are in the 80's with overnight lows in the 50's.
 
High temperatures all through the wintertime are normally in the 20's, and night lows through the wintertime for Namekagon River tend to be in the-10's.

Namekagon River, Hayward River Campground to Springbrook Landing road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 15.4 miles
Average Gradient: 6 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.00653
Longitude: -91.48465

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.95368
Longitude: -91.68623

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Current weather conditions at Namekagon River, Wisconsin
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Local climate location: MINONG 4 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Northern Pine Inn, Hayward
6 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...

Americinn - Hayward, Wi, Hayward
6 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...

Ramada Inn Hayward, Hayward
7 miles away
The Ramada Hotel in Hayward WI is located near Lake Hayward and close to all area attractions including the World Lumberjack Championships, American Birkebeiner Ski Race, Winterfest, Chequamegon Fat T...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Namekagon River.
 Whitewater Near Namekagon River:
Totogatic River, Washburn County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 8.9 miles long (Totogatic Flowage to Colton Flowage)
Eau Claire River, Douglas County , 14 miles away, Class I-II - 10.4 miles long (Johnson Road to State Camp Bridge)
Bois Brule River, Douglas County , 27 miles away, Class I-II - 3.9 miles long (to Highway 2)
 Ski Areas Near Namekagon River:
Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 27 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Spirit Mountain, Minnesota , 56 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Trollhaugen, Wisconsin , 77 miles away, 260 vertical feet
Wild Mountain, Minnesota , 79 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin , 85 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Giants Ridge, Minnesota , 91 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Afton Alps, Minnesota , 99 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Lutsen, Minnesota , 101 miles away, 1088 vertical feet
Welch Village, Minnesota , 104 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan , 106 miles away, 600 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Namekagon River:
Northern Pine Inn, Hayward , 6 miles away
Americinn - Hayward, Wi, Hayward , 6 miles away
Ramada Inn Hayward, Hayward , 7 miles away
Hayward Super 8 Motel, Hayward , 7 miles away
Comfort Suites Hayward, Hayward , 7 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Namekagon River:
Nelson Lake Lodge, Hayward, 8 miles away
Sunrise Bay Campground, Hayward, 9 miles away
Dick-sy Manor, Hayward, 16 miles away
 National Parks Near Namekagon River:
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI , 66 miles away
 Lakes Near Namekagon River

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