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Wisconsin whitewater, Amnicon River
Douglas
county,
Anderson Hill Road to Cty U section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS II-IV+ 5.7 miles
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This section of Amnicon River in Douglas County is 5.7 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-IV+ section. The put-in location is a short drive from Duluth, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The campgrounds here at Amnicon River are pretty good. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the Anderson Hill Road to Cty U section is one of them. No matter if you're |
whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers. 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. The scenic beauty of Douglas County and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so better not forget that the rivers in this state are less demanding. This stretch is | |
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mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip.
Briefly about the general area: Don't leave Amnicon River without first paying a visit to Amnicon Falls; you're sure to encounter some smiling people from South Range
here. Amnicon Falls State Park is a pleasant spot, and as expected, everybody loves Pattison State Park. This river has it all. The yearly rainfall here at Amnicon River is about average. All through the month of August
you get the most rain around here, and the driest month of the year is February. At Amnicon River during the summertime highs are in the 70's. Once the sun is down it descends down to the 50's.
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Amnicon River, Anderson Hill Road to Cty U road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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Map
 Detailed Map
Stats
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Weather
 Local weather forecast
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These outdoors activities are available near Amnicon River. |
| Whitewater Near Amnicon River:
Amnicon River, Douglas County, 1 miles away Class II-IV+ - 5.7 miles long (Anderson Hill Road to Cty U) |
Lester River, St. Louis County, 13 miles away Class IV-V - 2 miles long (Lester River Road to Superior St.) |
Amity Creek, St Louis County, 14 miles away Class IV-V - 2.4 miles long (Skyline Pkwy to Lester River) |
French River, St. Louis County, 15 miles away Class III-IV - 2.2 miles long (Cty 33 to Ryan Road) |
Black River, Douglas County, 15 miles away Class II-III(V+) - 4.8 miles long (Little Manitou Falls to Rail Road bridge) |
St. Croix River, Douglas/Burnett County, 17 miles away Class I-II - 15.8 miles long (Gordon Dam to St. Croix Tr.) |
Big Sucker River, St. Louis County, 17 miles away Class III-IV+(V) - 5.6 miles long (Cty 33 to Lake Superior) |
Knife River, Lake/St. Louis County, 20 miles away Class II-III(IV) - 5.5 miles long (Cty 102 to Lake Superior) |
Bois Brule River, Douglas County, 22 miles away Class I-II - 3.9 miles long (to Highway 2) |
Bois Brule River, Douglas County, 23 miles away Class II - 8.3 miles long (Copper Range Campground to Highway 13) |
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| Ski Areas Near Amnicon River:
Spirit Mountain, Minnesota
, 22 miles away, 700 foot drop, 9 lifts, 22 runs |
Giants Ridge, Minnesota
, 54 miles away, 500 foot drop, 6 lifts, 34 runs |
Christie Mountain, Wisconsin
, 64 miles away, 350 foot drop, 6 lifts, 23 runs |
Wild Mountain, Minnesota
, 77 miles away, 300 foot drop, 8 lifts, 25 runs |
Trollhaugen, Wisconsin
, 77 miles away, 260 foot drop, 9 lifts, 22 runs |
Lutsen, Minnesota
, 97 miles away, 1088 foot drop, 10 lifts, 92 runs |
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| Marinas Near Amnicon River:
Lakehead Boat Basin, Duluth
, 15 miles away |
Knife River Marina, Knife River
, 19 miles away |
Harbor Cove Marina, Duluth
, 19 miles away |
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| Hotels Near Amnicon River:
Super 8 Superior WI, Superior
, 8 miles away |
Holiday Inn Express & Suites SUPERIOR - DULUTH AREA, Superior
, 12 miles away |
Hampton Inn Superior Duluth WI, Superior
, 12 miles away |
Best Western Bridgeview Hotel, Superior
, 14 miles away |
Edgewater Hotel And Waterpark, Duluth
, 14 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near Amnicon River:
Amnicon Falls State Park, Wisconsin
, 1 miles away |
Pattison State Park, Wisconsin
, 15 miles away |
Brule River State Forest, Wisconsin
, 19 miles away |
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| Golf Courses Near Amnicon River:
Norwood Golf Course, Hawthorne
, 6 miles away |
Poplar Golf Course, Poplar
, 7 miles away |
Enger Park Golf Course, Duluth
, 13 miles away |
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