Wisconsin whitewater - Pewaukee River, Waukesha County

Waukesha county, Pewaukee to Waukesha section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     1.6 miles
  The starting point is not too far from Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so keep in mind that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. The nature scenery of Waukesha County and the playfulness of the water beats anything. This section is quite short so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. This is the only paddling section along Pewaukee River. There are nice
    comfortable hotels here, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. This section of Pewaukee River is 1.6 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II
section by American Whitewater. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good spots for that around here.

Briefly about the general area:
The amount of precipitation that falls at Pewaukee River is close to the national average; the month with most of the rain is August; February is when it's the driest. Silurian Spring is always fun to check out.
During the warmest time of the year here at Pewaukee River, high temperatures ordinarily get into the 80's. Once the sun is down it falls down to the 60's.
 
High temperatures during the wintertime are normally in the 20's; throughout the dark hours in the wintertime at Pewaukee River temperatures sink to the 10's.

Pewaukee River, Pewaukee to Waukesha road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 1.6 miles
Average Gradient: 20 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.04601
Longitude: -88.22545

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.03968
Longitude: -88.21058

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Current weather conditions at Pewaukee River, Wisconsin
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Local climate location: WAUKESHA 5 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Comfort Suites Lake Country, Pewaukee
Complimentary Breakfast and complimentary WiFi. Full Remodel in 2007 featuring upscale Northwood's Lodge Decor with a Lobby Bar. 24 Hour Fitness Center and Business Center. 20 Minutes from Downtown...

Marriott Milwaukee West, Waukesha

The Milwaukee Marriott West, Marriott's only full service hotel in Milwaukee.

Easily accessible to major area attractions to include Miller Park, Potawatomi Casino, Wisconsin State Fair Park...


The Clarke Hotel, Waukesha
2 miles away
The Clarke Hotel is steeped in Waukesha history. Its name commemorates a prominent family of the Waukesha Springs Era. In the heart of Historic Downtown Waukesha, The Clarke Hotel and Black Trumpet Re...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, Wisconsin, the metro area neareast to Pewaukee River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Pewaukee River.
 Whitewater Near Pewaukee River:
Menomonee River, Waukesha County , 10 miles away, Class II-III - 0.4 miles long (Main Street bridge to next bridge)
Honey Creek, Milwaukee County , 14 miles away, Class II-III+ - 1.6 miles long (Honey Creek Parkway to Menomonee River)
Menomonee River, Milwaukee County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 4.8 miles long (Underwood Creek to 43rd and Monarch)
Cedar Creek, Ozaukee County , 21 miles away, Class II-III - 2.3 miles long (Cedarburg City Park)
Milwaukee River, Milwaukee County , 22 miles away, Class I-II - 3.4 miles long (Hampton Ave.Dam to North Ave.Dam)
Milwaukee River, Ozaukee County , 23 miles away, Class I-II - 2.7 miles long (Bridge Street to Falls Road Ledge)
White River, Walworth County , 23 miles away, Class I-II - 2 miles long (Lake Geneva to Lyons)
Sauk Creek, Ozaukee County , 30 miles away, Class II-III - 1.5 miles long (Grant Street to South Milwaukee Street)
 Ski Areas Near Pewaukee River:
Little Switzerland, Wisconsin , 16 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Highlands of Olympia, Wisconsin , 18 miles away, 205 vertical feet
Alpine Valley, Wisconsin , 21 miles away, 388 vertical feet
Sunburst, Wisconsin , 23 miles away, 214 vertical feet
Grand Geneva, Wisconsin , 25 miles away, 211 vertical feet
Wilmot mountain, Wisconsin , 28 miles away, 260 vertical feet
Raging Buffalo Snowboard Park (Snowboarding only - no skiing), Illinois , 45 miles away, 180 vertical feet
Villa Olivia, Illinois , 52 miles away, 180 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Wisconsin , 64 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Four Lakes, Illinois , 64 miles away, 100 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Pewaukee River:
Comfort Suites Lake Country, Pewaukee , 1 miles away
Marriott Milwaukee West, Waukesha , 1 miles away
The Clarke Hotel, Waukesha , 2 miles away
Ramada Limited Waukesha-Milwaukee West, Waukesha , 2 miles away
Best Western Waukesha Grand, Pewaukee , 3 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Pewaukee River:
Country View Campground, Mukwonago, 11 miles away
Pine woods Campground, Dousman, 16 miles away
Wisconsin Vacation Svc, Milwaukee, 16 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Pewaukee River:
Moor Downs Golf Course, Waukesha , 2 miles away
Deer Haven Golf Course, New Berlin , 5 miles away

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