Wisconsin whitewater - Pine River, Florence County

Florence county, LaSalle Falls to Power Dam Road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-IV(V)     2.2 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Wisconsin is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. This section of Pine River is 2.2 miles long and has been rated as a class II-IV(V) section by American Whitewater. The LaSalle Falls to Power Dam Road stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. This is a pretty short section so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you
    coming back for more. The scenic beauty of Florence County and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling places. The campgrounds here at Pine River
are pretty good. The starting point is not too far from Iron Mountain, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost.

Briefly about the general area:
The amount of rain that falls at Pine River is close to the national average; during the month of August you get the most rain around here, and February meanwhile is the driest month. For the period of the warm months highs here at Pine River get into the 70's, and during the night it cools down to the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 10's while the cold winter nights at Pine River are in the-10's.
Pine Rapids is an inspiring location to check out during your stay.
 

Pine River, LaSalle Falls to Power Dam Road road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-IV(V)
Length: 2.2 miles
Average Gradient: 61 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.8301
Longitude: -88.28769

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.82701
Longitude: -88.24601

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Current weather conditions at Pine River, Wisconsin
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Local climate location: STAMBAUGH 12 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites IRON MOUNTAIN, Iron Mountain
15 miles away
Located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Iron Mountain is a beautiful and historic town located within minutes of the Wisconsin border. Travelers to the Iron Mountain area will find restful, 100% ...

Budget Host Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain
15 miles away
At a Budget Host Inn, the traveler enjoys consistent high standards at budget rates, plus the bonus of warm hospitality so traditionally associated with predominately family-owned and operated inns. C...

Comfort Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain
15 miles away
Legal snowmobile access on property. Located near award winning Timberstone Golf Course, Oakcrest Golf Course, Pine Grove Golf Course and ski hills. 100 miles north of Green Bay, WI. Not 100 miles eas...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Iron Mountain, Michigan-Wisconsin
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Iron Mountain, Michigan-Wisconsin, the metro area neareast to Pine River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Pine River.
 Whitewater Near Pine River:
Brule River, Florence County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 3.4 miles long (Brule River Dam to Ryneers Road)
Paint River, Iron County , 8 miles away, Class II(III) - 2.8 miles long (Little Bull Dam to Horserace Rapids)
Pine River, Florence County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 9.2 miles long (Goodman Grade to Highway 101)
Popple River, Florence County , 9 miles away, Class II-III+ - 11.2 miles long (Morgan Lake Road to Pine River)
Pike River - North Branch, Marinette County , 15 miles away, Class II-IV - 3.2 miles long (Twin Lake Road to Eight Foot Falls)
Pike River - South Branch, Marinette County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 4.9 miles long (FR510)
Pine River, Florence County , 16 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 9.3 miles long (Chipmunk Rapids to Goodman Grade)
Peshtigo River, Marinette County , 16 miles away, Class I-II+(IV) - 2.7 miles long (Benson Lake Road to Goodman Park)
Peshtigo River, Marinette County , 18 miles away, Class I-II - 8.9 miles long (Goodman Park to Otter Creek)
Popple River, Florence County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 10.2 miles long (Twin River Road to Morgan Lake Road)
 Ski Areas Near Pine River:
Norway Mountain, Michigan , 28 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Ski Brule, Michigan , 31 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Marquette, Michigan , 67 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Wisconsin , 83 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Gladstone Ski Park, Michigan , 86 miles away, 200 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Pine River:
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites IRON MOUNTAIN, Iron Mountain , 15 miles away
Budget Host Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 15 miles away
Comfort Inn Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 15 miles away
Americas Best Inns-Iron Mountain, Iron Mountain , 15 miles away
Super 8 Iron Mountain MI, Iron Mountain , 15 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Pine River:
Keyes Lake Campground, Florence, 2 miles away
Golden Eagle Park and Campground, Florence, 5 miles away
Lake Hilbert Campground, Fence, 11 miles away
 Trails Near Pine River:
Lauterman Trail, Florence County , 18 miles away
 National Parks Near Pine River:
Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 65 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Pine River:
Spread Eagle Golf Course, Florence , 5 miles away
 Lakes Near Pine River

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