Michigan whitewater, Escanaba River - Middle Branch Marquette county, White City Falls to 1 mile above CR565 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-IV+     9.3 miles   The land property surrounding White City Falls is now privately owned, along with the three islands in the middle of the river. The road onto the property is also gated and locked. No trespaasing signs are posted and will be enforced. The owner must be called {813-205-0868} to enter the property. Violation will not be tolerated and police will be contacted. Says Anonymous If you're coming from Marquette it's not a long drive     at all to the put-in location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The average Michigan whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a lot of the rivers in this state are suitable for beginners. This section of Escanaba River - Middle Branch is 9.3 miles long and has been rated as a class II-IV+ section by American Whitewater. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill   up quick. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. The natural beauty of Michigan and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This is a pretty decent length section, good for a one day paddling trip. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Briefly about the general area: During your trip to Escanaba River - Middle Branch you'll meet some people from Marquette for sure. The Holyoke Trail is a good hiking trail in the vicinity of Escanaba River - Middle Branch. Escanaba River - Middle Branch, White City Falls to 1 mile above CR565 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Escanaba River - Middle Branch.   Whitewater Near Escanaba River - Middle Branch: Escanaba River - Middle Branch, Marquette County, 4 miles away       Class II-IV+ - 9.3 miles long (White City Falls to 1 mile above CR565) Escanaba River - Middle Branch, Marquette County, 4 miles away       Class II-IV - 1.6 miles long (1.2 mile above CR565 to 0.4 mile below CR565) Escanaba River - Middle Branch, Marquette County, 11 miles away       Class III-IV - 0.9 miles long (Cataract Basin Dam to powerhouse) Dead River, Marquette County, 13 miles away       Class IV-V+ - 6.9 miles long (McClure Dam to Forestville Road) Big Garlic River, Marquette County, 14 miles away       Class III-V - 3.3 miles long (Goldmine Road to Cty 550) Escanaba River - East Branch, Marquette County, 15 miles away       Class I-II(III) - 2.25 miles long (Section 20 Bridge to O'Neal Creek confluence) Escanaba River, Marquette County, 15 miles away       Class I-II - 19 miles long (Gwinn to River Road) Carp River, Marquette County, 15 miles away       Class III-V(V+) - 2.5 miles long (Carp Lake dam to CR553) Yellow Dog River, Marquette County, 17 miles away       Class II-V - 5.1 miles long (CR510 to CR550) Carp River, Marquette County, 18 miles away       Class II-III - 2.3 miles long (CR553 to Highway 41)   Ski Areas Near Escanaba River - Middle Branch: Marquette, Michigan , 18 miles away, 600 foot drop, 4 lifts, 25 runs Norway Mountain, Michigan , 31 miles away, 500 foot drop, 6 lifts, 17 runs Gladstone Ski Park, Michigan , 50 miles away, 200 foot drop, 5 lifts, 6 runs Ski Brule, Michigan , 73 miles away, 500 foot drop, 11 lifts, 17 runs   Hotels Near Escanaba River - Middle Branch: Magnuson Hotel Country Inn, Ishpeming , 6 miles away Jasper Ridge Inn Ishpeming, Ishpeming , 6 miles away Cedar Motor Inn, Marquette , 8 miles away Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Marquette, MI, Marquette , 18 miles away Comfort Suites Marquette, Marquette , 18 miles away   Campgrounds Near Escanaba River - Middle Branch: Country Village RV Park, Ishpeming, 6 miles away Bass Lake State Forest Campground - Marquette, Gwinn, 8 miles away Horseshoe Lake Campgrounds, Gwinn, 9 miles away   Public Lands Near Escanaba River - Middle Branch: Van Riper State Park, Michigan , 23 miles away Craig Lake State Park, Michigan , 36 miles away   Golf Courses Near Escanaba River - Middle Branch: Wawonowin Country Club, Champion , 9 miles away Marquette Golf & Country Club, Marquette , 19 miles away   Lakes Near Escanaba River - Middle Branch Greenwood Reservoir, Marquette , 10 miles away Sunson Lake, Marquette , 16 miles away