Wisconsin whitewater - Potato River, Gogebic Range, Iron/Ashland County
Iron/Ashland
county,
Highway 169 to Potato River Road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-IV(V) 6.5 miles
The nature scenery of Iron/Ashland County and the water flowing gracefully down Potato River make the trip here worthwhile. This stretch of Potato River in Iron/Ashland County is 6.5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-IV(V) section. When you're paddling down a Gogebic Range river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. On this section you do get some distance, suitable for an afternoon trip. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make
reservations in advance you're all set. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. The Highway 169 to Potato River Road stretch
is one of a few paddling stretches in this river system. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Wisconsin is often easier than elsewhere, so keep in mind that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more.
Briefly about the general area: The yearly rain here at Potato River is about average; all through the month of August you get the most rain around here, and the driest month is February. At Potato River during the warmest time of the
year highs are in the 70's. During the dark hours of summer temperatures sink down into the 50's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 20's, and winter nights come with lows in the 0's to Potato River. A visit to Potato River Falls will fill your soul with great feelings.
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