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Put-in MI

Put In

Ontonagon, Cisco Br. - Kakabika Falls (Thayer Rd) to FS Rd 178 (Park-n-Huck to 9.7 miles) (MI)

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Gauge Conditions
Cisco Branch Ontonagon River at Cisco Lake Outlet, MI Upstream Primary
Runnable: 60.0 – 300.0 CFS

Likely too low for reasonable run. (We need your input. Add a comment or report about best flows for whitewater.)

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
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Description
Put In rapid at Kakabika Falls presents a challenging entry point for paddlers, with complex hydraulics and potentially concealed underwater obstacles near the launch zone. Navigating this section requires precise boat positioning and careful route selection, as the rapid's initial drop and subsequent boulder-strewn descent demand technical skill and situational awareness. Paddlers should scout thoroughly and be prepared for potential pin hazards and quick route adjustments.
Location
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Kakabika Falls (Thayer Rd) to FS Rd 178 (Park-n-Huck to 9.7 miles)
Ontonagon, Cisco Br.
I-II(IV) 9.8 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater