White water rafting in Minnesota has a lot to offer local and regional families and groups. First of all white water rafting in Minnesota may be a whole new recreational activity that can really bring you and your family together. It can also be a bonding event for groups of co-workers, fellow religionists or youth group members. While you are doing all that great getting together stuff, take a good look around because white water rafting in Minnesota can also open up a whole new world of scenic wonder. White water rafting takes you to places, gives you experiences and exposes you to views that otherwise you may never enjoy.
Superior Whitewater Rafting, Duluth, MN. They advertise themselves as “Superior Whitewater Rafting” and they could be right. The fact is they have been at their craft for 23 years and are still having fun doing it. You and your family or group can enjoy a 2 and a half hour raft trip on the St. Louis River not far from Jay Cooke State Park. Open daily from May – September this outfitter will solid equipment, well trained guides and shuttle service to get you back from the end of our run. The white water experience is really open to every one regardless of how much or how little previous rafting you have done or your skill level. This is a fun ride that has as its only limitation an age requirement of 12 years old for obvious safety reason.
Superior Whitewater Rafting fills up their spaces quickly and at $40 per person you can understand why. Reserve your place in advance for a great trip on the St. Louis River by calling ahead at 218-384-4637.
Cloquet River, St. Louis County, MN. Your on your own navigating this 11 mile stretch of river in St. Louis county meant for both rafting and kayaking. While you won’t find any Class 4 or 5 falls to make you think twice about proceeding, it is important to make certain of your standard and safety equipment whenever you are paddling without a guide.
The 11 mile stretch itself contains Level 1 and 2 rapids that will give you a ripple but shouldn’t be overpowering especially to the experience. The area around the river is a scenic delight and the temperature throughout the summer tends to run in the 70’s Like many others who have visited this stretch of river you will find yourself wanting to come back to enjoy the near perfect paddling conditions you will find. There is also camping available near the Cloquet River so you can make this an overnight experience. The Cloquet River site can be found from U. S. Route 53 to U. S. Route 2.
Amity Creek, MN. If you are an experienced whitewater rafter and those you are with are also well skilled you may want to tackle the short but demanding Amity Creek Run. Total distance is only a brief two and one half miles of river but you’ll get your share of thrills and plenty of paddling in just the same. The only really open spot for whitewater paddling on Amity Creek runs between Skyline Parkway and the Lester River.
What is attractive, to the adventurous at least, is that the whitewater here will definitely give you a run for your money. All whitewater experiences are at the Level IV and V classification. This is not a place to bring novices or the faint of heart. This is challenging stuff. Because the actual run is short you may find yourself walking back over and over to enjoy the thrill once again. There is camping available in the Amity Creek area but you can also get a bed with sheets and a hot shower in several nearby motels.
