Montreal River
About
Spring-fed flows of 346 CFS average sustain the Montreal River through 73 miles of northern Wisconsin wilderness, with optimal paddling between 170–525 CFS on USGS gauge 04060993. The river cuts through the Montreal River Canyon before reaching the Saxon Falls Dam section, then continues from Highway 2 at the Wisconsin-Michigan state line down to Nylund Road. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources manages access and flow information for this remote corridor, where the canyon section offers the most dramatic terrain. The upper reaches from Nylund Road to Saxon Falls Dam provide a different character entirely, though specific classifications and features vary with water levels and seasonal conditions.
River conditions are community-verified. CFS ranges, difficulty ratings, and access points may not reflect every flow level or seasonal change. Always check current conditions, scout unfamiliar rapids, and paddle within your skill level.