Access Site
WI
Norway Street Access
Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Rhinelander, WI
County: Oneida County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.63474582, -89.41799152
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Wisconsin River
7 runs (4 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
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II-III
Put-in at this location
A) Rhinelander (0.3 mile modified natural channel)
0.3 mi
86 ft/mi
I-II(III)
Downstream from here (8.0 mi to put-in)
B) Camp 10 to Menard Isle (4 miles)
4.5 mi
II-III+(IV)
Downstream from here (33.7 mi to put-in)
C) Grandfather Falls (1 mile)
0.9 mi
60 ft/mi
II-III
Downstream from here (48.8 mi to put-in)
D) Wausau Slalom Course (0.35 mile modified natural channel)
0.3 mi
125 ft/mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Norway Street access site provides public boat ramp and carry-in access to the Wisconsin River in Rhinelander. Located in Oneida County, this site serves as a convenient launching point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters looking to paddle or boat the Wisconsin River. The facility is publicly owned and maintained, making it an accessible option for recreational users of various skill levels.
The Wisconsin River in this region offers opportunities for both leisurely paddles and more adventurous outings, depending on water conditions and your experience level. Before launching, paddlers should check current river conditions and flow rates, as the Wisconsin River's character can vary significantly with seasonal water levels. The Rhinelander area provides access to a scenic section of the river, popular with both local and visiting recreationalists. Be sure to verify any parking availability, fees, or seasonal access restrictions by contacting local authorities or checking the Wisconsin DNR website before your visit.
The Wisconsin River in this region offers opportunities for both leisurely paddles and more adventurous outings, depending on water conditions and your experience level. Before launching, paddlers should check current river conditions and flow rates, as the Wisconsin River's character can vary significantly with seasonal water levels. The Rhinelander area provides access to a scenic section of the river, popular with both local and visiting recreationalists. Be sure to verify any parking availability, fees, or seasonal access restrictions by contacting local authorities or checking the Wisconsin DNR website before your visit.