Michigan whitewater, Falls River Baraga county, Mead Road to Lake Superior section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV+     2 miles   Large log laying across river just beyond creek has been cut away and is no longer there. Says Lynn The nature scenery of Michigan and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything. This stretch of Falls River in Michigan is 2 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-IV+ section of whitewater. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming     here. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. There are some good sections to paddle in this river system, the Mead Road to Lake Superior section is one of them. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. This is a pretty short section so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Michigan are often easier than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that many of the rivers in this state are not very demanding. There are many good hotels to choose from, but if you don’t have reservations   you might end up sleeping in your car. Briefly about the general area: You're sure to come across some fine folks from Lanse here, and a trip to Baraga State Park invigorates the soul. Nothing beats kicking back at Second Sand Beach; don't forget to stop at L'Anse Bay while you're here. This river is so good. Near Falls River you hit upon the Pelkie Creek Hunter Walking Trails which is a fine hiking trail. Summertime at Falls River comes with high temperatures in the 70's, and the nighttime is quite cooler of course, generally in the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 20's, and through the dark hours in the wintertime at Falls River temperatures dip to the 0's. Falls River, Mead Road to Lake Superior 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 Falls River.   Whitewater Near Falls River: Falls River, Baraga County, 1 miles away       Class III-IV+ - 2 miles long (Mead Road to Lake Superior) Sturgeon River, Baraga County, 6 miles away       Class IV-V - 1.3 miles long (Highway 41 to Upper Falls) Silver River, Baraga County, 7 miles away       Class III-IV+(V) - 4.2 miles long (Arvon Road to Silver Falls Park) Silver River, Baraga County, 8 miles away       Class III-V - 2.3 miles long (Silver Road to Arvon Road) Rock River, Baraga County, 9 miles away       Class II-III+ - 5 miles long (Worm Lake outlet to Sturgeon River) Tioga River, Baraga County, 11 miles away       Class II-IV - 2.2 miles long (Highway 41 to Sturgeon River) Sturgeon River, Baraga County, 11 miles away       Class I-IV - 6.8 miles long (Plains Road to Sturgeon Gorge Road) Slate River, Baraga County, 15 miles away       Class II-III+ - 2.5 miles long (Arvon quarry to Quartzite Falls) Slate River, Baraga County, 16 miles away       Class III-IV(V) - 2.7 miles long (Silver Road to Skanee Road) Ravine River, Baraga County, 17 miles away       Class II-III - 6.6 miles long (Silver Road to Skanee Road)   Ski Areas Near Falls River: Ski Brule, Michigan , 38 miles away, 500 foot drop, 11 lifts, 17 runs Norway Mountain, Michigan , 60 miles away, 500 foot drop, 6 lifts, 17 runs Marquette, Michigan , 72 miles away, 600 foot drop, 4 lifts, 25 runs Porcupine Mountain, Michigan , 83 miles away, 641 foot drop, 4 lifts, 15 runs Loch Lomond, Ontario , 96 miles away, 750 foot drop, 3 lifts, 14 runs   Marinas Near Falls River: Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn, Baraga , 3 miles away Ojibwa Marina, Baraga , 3 miles away Markham's Marina, Houghton , 20 miles away   Beaches Near Falls River: Second Sand Beach, Baraga , 8 miles away   Hotels Near Falls River: Super 8 Houghton, Houghton , 19 miles away Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Houghton, MI, Houghton , 20 miles away Quality Inn & Suites Houghton, Houghton , 20 miles away Holiday Inn Express HOUGHTON-KEWEENAW, Houghton , 20 miles away Ramada Hancock Waterfront, Hancock , 20 miles away   Campgrounds Near Falls River: L'Anse Township Park, Lanse, 2 miles away Ojibwa Recreation Area - KBIC, Baraga, 2 miles away Baraga State Park, Baraga, 4 miles away   Trails Near Falls River: Pelkie Creek Hunter Walking Trails, Baraga , 14 miles away   Public Lands Near Falls River: Isle Royale National Park, Houghton - MI , 19 miles away Baraga State Park, Michigan , 4 miles away Craig Lake State Park, Michigan , 21 miles away F. J. McLain State Park, Michigan , 26 miles away   Golf Courses Near Falls River: L'Anse Golf Club, Lanse , 1 miles away Portage Lake Golf Course, Houghton , 19 miles away   Lakes Near Falls River Craig Lake, Baraga , 19 miles away George Lake, Baraga , 19 miles away Huron Lake, Houghton , 20 miles away