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Put-in MI

Put In

Sturgeon (Cheboygan) - Trowbridge Road to Indian River (up to 20.5 miles) (MI)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 100.0 – 1,200.0 CFS

Possibly tame whitewater. *HELP YOUR FELLOW BOATERS BY PROVIDING A COMMENT ABOUT GAUGE READING AND BEST RANGES FOR BOATABILITY*

Description
The Put In rapid serves as the entry point for a lengthy stretch of the Sturgeon River between Trowbridge Road and Indian River, offering paddlers an initial navigation challenge. While specific difficulty ratings are not established for this section, paddlers should be prepared for potential obstacles and variable water conditions typical of Michigan's northern rivers. Careful scouting and local knowledge are recommended before attempting this river segment.
Location
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Trowbridge Road to Indian River (up to 20.5 miles)
Sturgeon (Cheboygan)
I-II 18.8 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater