Wolf,
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A) CTH.A (S.of Pearson) to Hwy.52 (Lily) (10.4 miles) (Upper Wolf)
| Usual Difficulty |
I-II (may vary with level) |
| Length |
10.4 Miles |
| Avg. Gradient |
8 fpm |
| Max Gradient |
27 fpm |
Gauge Information
River Description
This is a beautiful stretch, starting with a low Class II rapid, followed by flatwater and Class I
rapids. There are a few private cottages, but most of the adjacent property is owned by the state
DNR. Roadside access is easy and convenient, with gravel parking areas at the County Highway A
put-in and the Highway 52 take-out.
Wendigo Rapid is located at the put-in on County Highway A. About 1/4 mile long, this is a boulder
garden rapid, and can be frustrating at lower water levels. Following Wendigo is a 6-mile
quietwater stretch inhabited by eagles, heron, otter, deer, mink and beaver. Wildlife is abundant
as the stretch is not heavily traveled.
Just before Military Park (an alternate take-out at the 7 mile mark), you'll find a series of Class
I rapids and moving water. The river narrows and passes through a cedar grove.
Past Military Park are more Class I rapids (called Overton Rapids), continuing for about one
mile.
The take-out is at Lily Bridge, on Hwy 52.
For more information: "Paddling Northern Wisconsin," by Mike Svob, Wisconsin Trails Press, Madison,
WI
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Last Updated: 2004-08-25 23:09:22