Menomonee River Parkway at W.Congress St.

The Menomonee River Parkway access point at W. Congress Street in Wauwatosa provides entry to the Menomonee River, a popular whitewater paddling destination in the Milwaukee area. This location is situated within an urban park setting, offering convenient access to a segment of river known for moderate current and Class I-II whitewater characteristics typical of southeastern Wisconsin rivers. The access point serves as a launch location for kayakers and canoeists looking to explore the lower Menomonee River corridor.

As a whitewater-focused access site, this location is best suited for paddlers with intermediate skills who are comfortable handling moving water and occasional light rapids. The river in this section flows through a developed urban area with the parkway providing a structured recreational corridor. Paddlers should be aware of potential seasonal water level variations and the urban environment, which may include debris or other obstacles common to developed river systems. The site's location in Wauwatosa makes it accessible from the greater Milwaukee metropolitan area.