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Access Site WI

Menominee River Access

Menominee River

Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Florence, WI
County: Florence County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.93289719, -88.14471194
5969 Woods Rd, Florence, WI 54121, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Menominee River near Florence, WI Same River 2.5 mi away
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Menominee River at US HWY-2 near Iron Mountain, MI Same River 5.7 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Menominee River
3 runs
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-IV Downstream from here (15.6 mi to put-in) A) Piers Gorge: Niagara to Hwy.8 (0.5-2.9 miles) *Fee Area*
2.7 mi 15 ft/mi
IV Downstream from here (34.5 mi to put-in) C) Pemene Falls (0.2 miles) *Fee Area*
0.1 mi 24 ft/mi
II-III Upstream from here (29.2 mi from take-out) B) Quiver Falls (0.3 miles) *Fee Area*
0.3 mi 9 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Woods Road boat ramp in Florence, Wisconsin provides access to the Menominee River, a substantial large river (116 miles long) that forms the Wisconsin-Michigan border. This is a Class 7 stream with strong current characteristics—expect an average flow of 3,491 cubic feet per second and velocities around 4.7 feet per second, making it suitable for experienced paddlers and powerboat operators. The river drops significantly over its course (521 feet total elevation change), creating a moderate average gradient of 4.5 feet per mile.

The ramp is typically accessible year-round but may close during winter months due to ice conditions. Before launching, check with local Florence County authorities regarding any seasonal restrictions or closures. The site offers ample parking for trailer vehicles and a wide, well-maintained ramp suitable for kayaks, canoes, and larger boats. Given the Menominee River's size, current, and popularity for fishing and boating, this access point is ideal for those seeking significant paddling distance or motorized recreation on a major river system.