River MI WI

West Branch Whitefish River

Michigan • 46.2767, -87.0983

Length

32 mi

52 km

Elevation

1,077′ → 640′

437 ft drop

Stream Order

Medium River

Slope

0.26%

13.6 ft/mi

Drainage

162 mi²

419 km²

Avg Flow

173 cfs

1.1 mph velocity

Path to Mouth

1,767 mi

2,843 km to ocean

Classification

Headwater

Source Stream

Elevation Profile

Water Quality

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Access Sites on West Branch Whitefish River

There are 3 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on West Branch Whitefish River.