Menominee River

The Menominee River forms the natural border between northeastern Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and flows about 116 miles through forested landscapes before emptying into Green Bay of Lake Michigan. With its mix of rocky gorges, towering pines, and calmer stretches, the river is a popular destination for outdoor recreation. It offers excellent opportunities for whitewater rafting and kayaking (especially in the class II-III rapids of areas like Piers Gorge), fishing, canoeing, hiking along scenic trails, and wildlife viewing, including eagles and ospreys. The undeveloped river corridor in the Menominee River State Recreation Area provides a peaceful setting for nature lovers and adventurers alike.