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Take-out MI

Take-out

Spruce - Koskela Road to Michigamme River (up to 8.35 miles) · MI

American Whitewater 46.4577, -88.0722

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Gauge Conditions

Middle Branch Escanaba River at Humboldt, MI Downstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Take-out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Take-out rapid marks the end of the Spruce River run, characterized by a complex riverbed with scattered boulder gardens and potential submerged debris. Paddlers should be prepared for potential route-finding challenges and maintain situational awareness as the river transitions to the confluence with the Michigamme River. While specifics are limited, careful line selection and reading water conditions will be critical for a safe descent.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
8.2 mi
Directions
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Koskela Road to Michigamme River (up to 8.35 miles)
Spruce
I-II 8.2 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater