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Access Site MI

Sheltrow Road

Paint River

Source: michigan_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Crystal Falls, MI
County: Iron County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 46.14236689, -88.40356287
368 Sheltrow Rd, Crystal Falls, MI 49920, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Paint River at Crystal Falls, MI Same River 4.1 mi away
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Paint River near Alpha, MI Same River 11.4 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Paint River
1 run
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
II(III) Downstream from here (13.6 mi to put-in) MI DNR campground to Horserace Rapids (1.5 miles)
1.6 mi 27 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Located about 2 miles west of US Highway 141 on Sheltrow Road near Crystal Falls, this access point on the Paint River serves as a popular put-in for kayakers and canoeists exploring the upper Paint River. The site provides convenient launching for paddlers looking to run multi-mile floats downstream toward the Crystal Falls Dam area.

This access point works well for moderate-distance paddling trips. Popular floats from Sheltrow Road extend approximately 5-6 miles downriver to takeout points near the dam north of Crystal Falls on the west shore. The site is useful for paddlers seeking to explore this section of the Paint River without requiring an extended shuttle. As with any unfamiliar access site, it's recommended to contact local authorities or the Crystal Falls area before your visit to confirm current conditions and check for any temporary closures.