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
  This section of Peshtigo River in Wisconsin is 2.7 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II+(IV) section by American Whitewater. The average Wisconsin whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The put-in location is a short drive from Iron Mountain, as you can see on the road map further down. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular
    destination. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good spots. The beautiful scenery of
Marinette County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This section is quite short so no need to bring snacks. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well.

Briefly about the general area:
Peshtigo River sits in the shade of the Taylor Rapids, and do put some time aside to spend at Strong Falls if you're here at Peshtigo River. Throughout the warm months, highs commonly are in the 70's at Peshtigo River, and all through the night it cools
 
down to the 50's. For the duration of the wintertime this place gets highs in the 20's, and winter nights come with lows in the-10's to Peshtigo River.
Peshtigo River gets a typical amount of rain; the wettest month of the year is regularly September, that's the one that rains the most; the driest of the months is February.

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

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II+(IV)
Length: 2.7 miles
Average Gradient: 21 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.5237
Longitude: -88.39

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.51819
Longitude: -88.34011

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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.

Best Western Lakewood Lodge, Lakewood
15 miles away
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24 miles away
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26 miles away
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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Peshtigo River.
 Whitewater Near Peshtigo River:
Peshtigo River, Marinette County , 3 miles away, Class I-II - 8.9 miles long (Goodman Park to Otter Creek)
Rat River, Marinette County , 4 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 3.3 miles long (Partridge Lane to Harper Road)
Peshtigo River, Marinette County , 7 miles away, Class II-III+ - 5.1 miles long (Otter Creek)
Peshtigo River, Forest/Marinette County , 7 miles away, Class I-II+(III) - 6.1 miles long (FS2134 to Goodman Park Rd)
Peshtigo River, Forest County , 13 miles away, Class I-II - 8.9 miles long (FS 2131 to FS 2134)
Popple River, Florence County , 14 miles away, Class II-III+ - 11.2 miles long (Morgan Lake Road to Pine River)
Pike River - South Branch, Marinette County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 4.9 miles long (FR510)
Thunder River, Marinette County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 0.5 miles long (Veteran's Park)
Pine River, Florence County , 16 miles away, Class II-IV(V) - 2.2 miles long (LaSalle Falls to Power Dam Road)
Popple River, Florence County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 10.2 miles long (Twin River Road to Morgan Lake Road)
 Ski Areas Near Peshtigo River:
Ski Brule, Michigan , 34 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Norway Mountain, Michigan , 37 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Marquette, Michigan , 81 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Wisconsin , 82 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Nordic Mountain, Wisconsin , 88 miles away, 265 vertical feet
Gladstone Ski Park, Michigan , 94 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Granite Peak, Wisconsin , 95 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Sunburst, Wisconsin , 99 miles away, 214 vertical feet
Little Switzerland, Wisconsin , 106 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 109 miles away, 641 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Peshtigo River:
Best Western Lakewood Lodge, Lakewood , 15 miles away
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Iron Mountain, MI, Iron Mountain , 24 miles away
Americas Best Inns-Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 26 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites IRON MOUNTAIN, Iron Mountain , 26 miles away
Budget Host Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 26 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Peshtigo River:
Mountain Jeds Campgrounds, Athelstane, 7 miles away
Burnt Bridge Campground, Forest County, 9 miles away
Bear Lake Campground, Forest County, 12 miles away
 Trails Near Peshtigo River:
Dendro Eco Trail, Forest County , 16 miles away
 Lakes Near Peshtigo River

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