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Wisconsin whitewater, Chippewa River - East Fork
Ashland
county,
Glidden to FR164 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-II 21.6 miles
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The Glidden to FR164 section of Chippewa River - East Fork in Wisconsin is 21.6 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II section. The put-in location is a short drive from Eau Claire, as you can see on the road map further down. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. If you've |
been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more forgiving, so don't forget that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. If you're a camper you can camp at
| one of the great campgrounds nearby. The Gogebic Range scenery is wonderful. This section has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so why not pack your camping stuff too. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of spots for that. The nature scenery of Ashland County and | |
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the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream attract people from near and far. This is not the only paddling stretch in this river system, there are others too.
Briefly about the general area: Going
for a hike on the Great Divide Snowmobile Trail is always a great adventure, and Bay Spring is a great local attraction. So many entertaining things in the Gogebic Range, just mind-blowing. Here at Chippewa River - East
Fork you'll perhaps meet some people from Glidden It's always splendid to explore Kenyon Springs. This river is a wonderful place to visit.
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Chippewa River - East Fork, Glidden to FR164 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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These outdoors activities are available near Chippewa River - East Fork. |
| Whitewater Near Chippewa River - East Fork:
Bad River, Ashland County, 8 miles away Class II-III(IV) - 7.1 miles long (Cayuga to Foster Junction railroad bridge) |
Bad River, Ashland County, 12 miles away Class III-V - 6.2 miles long (Highway 169 to Devil's Gate footbridge) |
Bad River, Ashland County, 14 miles away Class I-III - 18.8 miles long (Devil's Gate footbridge to Elm Hoist Road) |
Tyler Forks, Ashland County, 15 miles away Class II-IV - 1.8 miles long (Gehrman Creek to Brownstone Falls) |
Tyler Forks, Iron County, 16 miles away Class II-III+(IV) - 7.6 miles long (Moore Park to Vogues Road) |
Brunsweiler River, Ashland County, 17 miles away Class III-IV - 0.5 miles long (Mineral Lake to Mineral Lake Rd) |
Brunsweiler River, Ashland County, 17 miles away Class II-III+(IV) - 10.3 miles long (Beaverdam Lake to Highway 13) |
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| Ski Areas Near Chippewa River - East Fork:
Whitecap Mountain, Wisconsin
, 23 miles away, 400 foot drop, 8 lifts, 43 runs |
Big Powderhorn Mountain, Michigan
, 43 miles away, 600 foot drop, 10 lifts, 33 runs |
Blackjack, Michigan
, 49 miles away, 465 foot drop, 6 lifts, 20 runs |
Indianhead, Michigan
, 51 miles away, 638 foot drop, 9 lifts, 23 runs |
Christie Mountain, Wisconsin
, 58 miles away, 350 foot drop, 6 lifts, 23 runs |
Lutsen, Minnesota
, 76 miles away, 1088 foot drop, 10 lifts, 92 runs |
Porcupine Mountain, Michigan
, 77 miles away, 641 foot drop, 4 lifts, 15 runs |
Granite Peak, Wisconsin
, 86 miles away, 700 foot drop, 8 lifts, 74 runs |
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| Hotels Near Chippewa River - East Fork:
Super 8 Phillips, Phillips
, 26 miles away |
AmericInn Ashland, Ashland
, 29 miles away |
Best Western The Hotel Chequamegon, Ashland
, 30 miles away |
Super 8 Ashland, Ashland
, 30 miles away |
Quality Inn Ashland, Ashland
, 32 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near Chippewa River - East Fork:
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield - WI
, 38 miles away |
Copper Falls State Park, Wisconsin
, 15 miles away |
Flambeau River State Forest, Wisconsin
, 19 miles away |
Chequamegon National Forest, Wisconsin
, 21 miles away |
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