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Pine River, Wisconsin — 1890s Logging Era, 2010s Fake Beaver Dams Restoration, Florence County Forest County 50-mi. Through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, this Pine River runs 50 miles from Florence through Forest County before joining the Menominee River. The middle section from Pine River to Goodman covers 20 miles of the best paddling — Class I-II water at 320 CFS average with an optimal range from 200 to 1,000 CFS. Above that, the headwaters stretch 15 miles from Chipmunk Rapids through national forest land, while the lower 15 miles widen as they approach the Menominee confluence. USGS gauge 04064000 tracks flows that can handle a wide range of paddlers, from beginners in the 200-400 range to intermediate boaters pushing closer to 1,000. The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Ranger Station coordinates with local outfitters for trip planning and access information.
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.