Put In

Mill Creek is a medium-sized river in Portage County, Wisconsin, with a total length of 14.02 miles and a significant gradient averaging 13.9 feet per mile. This put-in location in the Town of Linwood provides access to a headwater section of the creek characterized by moving water and elevation change. The stream has an average flow of 91.06 cubic feet per second with a velocity of 1.28 feet per second, indicating moderate current conditions typical of whitewater paddling sections.

Paddlers accessing Mill Creek at this location should expect active water conditions suitable for kayakers and canoeists with whitewater experience. The 195-foot total elevation drop across the 14-mile stretch creates consistent gradient throughout the watershed. The drainage area of 118 square miles supports year-round flow, though water levels may vary seasonally. This is a true creek-to-river transition zone near the headwaters, making it distinct from slower flatwater paddling areas.