Access Site
WI
Wisconsin River - Hwy G Access
Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Eagle River, WI
County: Vilas County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.94177016, -89.26086425
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Wisconsin River
7 runs (2 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
Downstream from here Upstream from here
II-III
Downstream from here (23.5 mi to put-in)
A) Rhinelander (0.3 mile modified natural channel)
0.3 mi
86 ft/mi
I-II(III)
Downstream from here (31.6 mi to put-in)
B) Camp 10 to Menard Isle (4 miles)
4.5 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
II-III+(IV)
56 mi away
C) Grandfather Falls (1 mile)
0.9 mi
60 ft/mi
II-III
72 mi away
D) Wausau Slalom Course (0.35 mile modified natural channel)
0.3 mi
125 ft/mi
I-II
103 mi away
E) Stevens Point: Whiting Dam, Al Tech County Park (PnP, 0.6mi.)
5.4 mi
I(III)
161 mi away
F) Wisconsin Dells - Narrows (Blackhawk Island) (PnP)
6.2 mi
II
185 mi away
G) Prairie du Sac (PnP)
0.3 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Located near Eagle River in Vilas County, the Hwy G access site provides public boat ramp and carry-in access to the Wisconsin River. This site offers a convenient put-in or take-out point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters exploring this section of the river. The access is publicly owned and maintained by the Wisconsin DNR.
Paddlers using this site should note that Anvil Lake Campground is available within 10 miles if you're planning a multi-day trip in the area. For comprehensive information about water conditions, current regulations, and any seasonal restrictions, consult the Wisconsin DNR's boat access database at dnr.wi.gov/topic/Lands/boataccess/. This site is part of Wisconsin's extensive network of public water access points, making it a reliable option for launching into this section of the Wisconsin River.
Paddlers using this site should note that Anvil Lake Campground is available within 10 miles if you're planning a multi-day trip in the area. For comprehensive information about water conditions, current regulations, and any seasonal restrictions, consult the Wisconsin DNR's boat access database at dnr.wi.gov/topic/Lands/boataccess/. This site is part of Wisconsin's extensive network of public water access points, making it a reliable option for launching into this section of the Wisconsin River.
Nearby Campgrounds (1 within 10 miles)
Anvil Lake Campground
On-site
Reservable