Wisconsin whitewater - Peshtigo River, Forest/Marinette County

Forest/Marinette county, FS2134 to Goodman Park Rd section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II+(III)     6.1 miles
  This stretch of Peshtigo River in Forest/Marinette County is 6.1 miles long and it is classified as a class I-II+(III) section by American Whitewater. If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more forgiving, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. The natural beauty of Wisconsin and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water make the trip here worthwhile. 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. This stretch is mid length, you can easily run it on an afternoon. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find
lots of paddling places. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground.

Briefly about the general area:
Peshtigo River gets a common amount of rainfall; September is the month that gets the most rain while February is regularly the driest month.
At Peshtigo River through the warm months highs are in the 70's. Summer night lows plunge down to the 50's. Throughout the winter highs are frequently in the 20's, and throughout the dark hours in the winter at Peshtigo River temperatures plunge to the-10's.
 

Peshtigo River, FS2134 to Goodman Park Rd road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II+(III)
Length: 6.1 miles
Average Gradient: 18 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.56225
Longitude: -88.49557

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.5119
Longitude: -88.43531

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Current weather conditions at Peshtigo River, Wisconsin
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Local climate location: NEWALD 4 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Americinn - Iron River, Mi, Iron River
29 miles away
The inviting town of Iron River awaits you. The centrally located AmericInn Lodge and Suites is ready to be your home away from home. You will want to make plans to attend the many festivals, gallerie...

Best Western Crandon Inn & Suites, Crandon
29 miles away
Newly opened in June 2007, this Crandon, Wisconsin hotel is a full service, 100% smoke free facility that offers convenient access to a variety of outdoor activities. The Best Western Crandon Inn & S...

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Iron Mountain, MI, Iron Mountain
31 miles away
Our gorgeous newly constructed hotel is located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan's Dickinson County. Iron Mountain is a city for every season. Downhill and cross-country skiing, fishing, hunting, sh...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Peshtigo River.
 Whitewater Near Peshtigo River:
Peshtigo River, Forest County , 6 miles away, Class I-II - 8.9 miles long (FS 2131 to FS 2134)
Peshtigo River, Marinette County , 7 miles away, Class I-II+(IV) - 2.7 miles long (Benson Lake Road to Goodman Park)
Rat River, Marinette County , 8 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 3.3 miles long (Partridge Lane to Harper Road)
Peshtigo River, Marinette County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 8.9 miles long (Goodman Park to Otter Creek)
Peshtigo River, Marinette County , 12 miles away, Class II-III+ - 5.1 miles long (Otter Creek)
Popple River, Florence County , 12 miles away, Class I-II - 10.2 miles long (Twin River Road to Morgan Lake Road)
Popple River, Florence County , 14 miles away, Class II-III+ - 11.2 miles long (Morgan Lake Road to Pine River)
Oconto River - North Branch, Oconto County , 17 miles away, Class II - 7 miles long (Tar Dam Rd)
Pine River, Florence County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 9.2 miles long (Goodman Grade to Highway 101)
Pine River, Florence County , 18 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 9.3 miles long (Chipmunk Rapids to Goodman Grade)
 Ski Areas Near Peshtigo River:
Ski Brule, Michigan , 29 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Norway Mountain, Michigan , 43 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Wisconsin , 78 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin , 84 miles away, 265 vertical feet
Marquette, Michigan , 86 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 89 miles away, 700 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Peshtigo River:
Americinn - Iron River, Mi, Iron River , 29 miles away
Best Western Crandon Inn & Suites, Crandon , 29 miles away
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Iron Mountain, MI, Iron Mountain , 31 miles away
Americas Best Inns-Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 32 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites IRON MOUNTAIN, Iron Mountain , 32 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Peshtigo River:
Burnt Bridge Campground, Forest County, 2 miles away
Bear Lake Campground, Forest County, 5 miles away
Mountain Jeds Campgrounds, Athelstane, 6 miles away
 Trails Near Peshtigo River:
Dendro Eco Trail, Forest County , 9 miles away
Lauterman Trail, Florence County , 19 miles away

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