Wisconsin whitewater - Peshtigo River, Marinette County
Marinette
county,
Benson Lake Road to Goodman Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-II+(IV) 2.7 miles
The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Wisconsin are often easier than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that many runs in this state are very easy. The Benson Lake Road to Goodman Park section of Peshtigo River in Marinette County is 2.7 miles long and is a class I-II+(IV) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The put-in location is a short drive from Iron Mountain, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river
for a while will have you coming back for more. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good places for that around here. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance
because these hotels fill up quick. The wonderful Marinette County scenery and the playfulness of the water have people coming here. This is a pretty short section so no need to bring snacks. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp.
Briefly about the general area: Through the months of summer highs here at Peshtigo River reach the 70's; through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 20's, and night lows at Peshtigo River throughout the wintertime commonly plunge into the-10's.
The landscape around Peshtigo River is dominated by the Taylor Rapids; Strong Falls is an inspiring place to visit during your stay. A common amount of rainfall falls here at Peshtigo River; most of the rain falls through September, and the driest month of the year is February.
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