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Put-in WI

Put In

Namekagon - Namekagon Dam to St. Croix River (up to 99 miles) · WI

American Whitewater 46.2239, -91.1478

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Gauge Conditions

Namekagon River at Leonards, WI Upstream Primary
Runnable: 90.0 – 500.0 CFS

Low-boatable. (We need your input! Add a comment or report about flow and class/difficutly.)

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Put In
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Description

Put In rapid marks the starting point for a long stretch of the Namekagon River, offering paddlers an immediate transition from the dam's controlled flow into the river's natural character. The entry point requires careful navigation, with potential for shifting water levels and debris near the dam outflow that can create unpredictable currents and potential hazards for boaters. Paddlers should scout the initial section and be prepared for potential flow variations typical of dam-controlled river sections.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Namekagon Dam to St. Croix River (up to 99 miles)
Namekagon
I-II 98.9 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater