Wisconsin whitewater - Red Cedar River, Dunn County

Dunn county, Menomonie to Irvington section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     3.9 miles
  The Menomonie to Irvington stretch of Red Cedar River in Wisconsin is 3.9 miles long and it is classified as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more forgiving, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. The Menomonie to Irvington section is the only paddling section along Red Cedar River. The campgrounds here at Red Cedar River are pretty good. There are some good hotels near the river, but
    you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The starting location is a short drive from Menomonie, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This is a pretty short section so no need to bring snacks. No matter if you're
whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you won't find a large number of other spots. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. The wonderful Wisconsin scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Red Cedar River beats anything.

Briefly about the general area:
For the period of the warm months, highs frequently are in the 80's at Red Cedar River; the overnight is fairly chillier of course, mostly in the 50's. For the duration of the winter highs are in the 20's, and during the dark
 
hours in the winter at Red Cedar River temperatures plunge to the-10's. People from Menomonie love to come to Red Cedar River.
Red Cedar River gets a normal amount of annual precipitation; the month with most of the rain is June, and February is the month with the least moisture.

Red Cedar River, Menomonie to Irvington road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 3.9 miles
Average Gradient: 9 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.88394
Longitude: -91.93054

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.83622
Longitude: -91.95366

Paddler input for Red Cedar River, Wisconsin:


Here are some Kodak Slides of the Red Cedar River and Cedar Falls Power Plant.  I took these in July of 1962 as I attended Graduates classses at Stout.  Just thought you'd be interested or find someone who is??  Thank you Enjoy,  John C. Stroebel MS  Fennimore, WI  - Jack Stroebel
BIGGER SIZE PICTURE HERE


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Current weather conditions at Red Cedar River, Wisconsin
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Local climate location: CUMBERLAND 23 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Super 8 Menomonie WI, Menomonie
2 miles away
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Menomonie, Menomonie
2 miles away
Hotel is Located in the busiest Part of the Town. Surrounded by good restaurants and shopping places. Something to do for all ages. City Water Park open for Guest from May 1st thru Sep 30th. Minimal f...

Americinn - Menomonie, Wi, Menomonie
2 miles away
Each AmericInn is built with solid masonry construction and the highest sound rating in the industry to allow you the experience of a quiet nights sleep. Business and leisure travelers are accommodate...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Red Cedar River.
 Whitewater Near Red Cedar River:
Chippewa River, Eau Claire County , 30 miles away, Class II - 0.5 miles long (Downtown EauClaire)
 Ski Areas Near Red Cedar River:
Christie Mountain, Wisconsin , 50 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Trollhaugen, Wisconsin , 52 miles away, 260 vertical feet
Welch Village, Minnesota , 56 miles away, 360 vertical feet
Wild Mountain, Minnesota , 57 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Afton Alps, Minnesota , 59 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Mount La Crosse, Wisconsin , 76 miles away, 516 vertical feet
Buck Hill, Minnesota , 93 miles away, 309 vertical feet
Spirit Mountain, Minnesota , 93 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Hyland, Minnesota , 98 miles away, 175 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Red Cedar River:
Super 8 Menomonie WI, Menomonie , 2 miles away
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Menomonie, Menomonie , 2 miles away
Americinn - Menomonie, Wi, Menomonie , 2 miles away
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Menomonie WI, Menomonie , 2 miles away
Quality Inn & Suites Menomonie, Menomonie , 6 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Red Cedar River:
Edgewater Acres Campground, Menomonie, 1 miles away
Menomonie Campground, Dunn County, 3 miles away
Twin Springs Resort Campground, Menomonie, 4 miles away
 National Parks Near Red Cedar River:
Saint Croix National Scenic River, Saint Croix Falls - WI , 55 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Red Cedar River:
Pinewood Golf Course, Menomonie , 1 miles away
Menomonie Golf & Country Club, Menomonie , 2 miles away
Chippewa Valley Golf Club, Menomonie , 2 miles away
 Lakes Near Red Cedar River

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