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. 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 Paddler input for Peshtigo River, Wisconsin: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Peshtigo River, Wisconsin 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 Stay at this Lakewood, Wisconsin hotel and enjoy tranquil surroundings and natural beauty abundant with wildlife. The Best Western Lakewood Lodge is conveniently located in the heart of the Nicolet N... 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       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 Wildman Whitewater Ranch, Athelstane, 7 miles away Mc Caslin Mountain Campground, Athelstane, 7 miles away   Trails Near Peshtigo River: Dendro Eco Trail, Forest County , 16 miles away