One of our favorite paddles (possibly ever, but definitely of 2016) is the whitewater section of the Bois Brule River (Copper Range Landing to Highway 13). The entire stretch is a non-stop riffly ride with numerous drops and it’s a…
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The historic Bois Brule River is a premier paddling destination set in an idyllic northern Wisconsin backdrop. This first section is the most diverse for paddlers with a combination of flat water, lakes, riffles and exciting whitewater (and also one…
Have a look at Billings, a scenic and intimate driftless creek and tributary of the Kickapoo River. This was one of our favorite paddles of 2016. (Adjust to 1080p for the best picture). Billings Creek County Road F to Landing…
It’s time to start planning for one of our favorite non-paddling weekends of the year. That’s right, the 2017 Canoecopia Show Guide is out and available for download on Canoecopia.com. This year is a little extra special for us as…
Years between visits, this return paddle was an absolutely delightful run on a beautiful section of the Grant River located in the Wisconsin driftless region which is flanked by modest hillsides, some beautiful rock formations and one glorious seep as the…
When it comes to driftless paddles, the Grant River is as captivating as they come with endlessly engaging twists, turns, rock formations and riffles. (Adjust to 1080p for the best picture). Grant River I Short Cut Road to County Road…
Honey Creek, located in Walworth County, Wisconsin, is a wonderfully sweet and leisure stream with riffles, a few light rapids and only a bit of deadfall. (Adjust to 1080p for the best picture). Honey Creek (Walworth County) Bell School Road…
Touring Governor’s Island on Lake Mendota in Dane County: A quick lark of a lake paddle to make the most of a winter’s day and take in the phenomena of the season before the water freezes and the air temperature…
Veterans Memorial County Park to La Crosse: A unique mix of urban and undeveloped – but always bluff-framed and beautiful – this last section of the La Crosse River goes out with a commanding performance before quietly slipping into…
Melrose to North Bend: One of the best sections anywhere on the lower Black River, this trip features miles of lush sandy beaches (perfect for picnics or overnight campouts), a sense of sheer wilderness and being away from it…
Plymouth to County Road M: A truly engaging little stream surrounded by a lot of natural beauty, but the two main problems a paddler will face on the Mullet are low-water conditions and a considerable amount of deadfall – often in…
County Road A to County Road V: A paddling reconnaissance to determine if the “official” Onion River trip (from County Road V to Rochester Park at the Sheboygan River confluence) could/should be extended by putting in further upstream. This short segment…
Fredonia to Grafton: A perfectly pleasant albeit monotonous day trip on a wide river with a mix of natural corridors and development, this stretch of the Milwaukee River offers occasional riffles, one random and fun Class I+ rapid, good…
Mirror Lake State Park to Lake Delton: One of the prettiest lakes in Central Wisconsin, Mirror Lake, located just outside of the Wisconsin Dells/Lake Delton area, offers a diverse and scenic paddling experience not often found in a lake…
Robin Lane to West River Drive: Mill Creek, a tributary of the Wisconsin River, located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, is a light-whitewater creek that should only be paddled when water levels are up. Surrounded in a classic Central Wisconsin environment, this section…
Ashippun Lake to Ski Slide Road: An impromptu trip done on a lark with no prior mapping or intel that ended up being one-third fun, one-third frustrating and one-third disappointing. There were no riffles or rapids to speak of but…
Harrisville to 11th Road: The Montello River near Harrisville, is a paddle suited for those who enjoy classic Central Wisconsin streams, come what may, (including a healthy amount of deadfall) and where part of the challenge is part of the…
The Galena River, north of Benton, is a classic southwestern Wisconsin stream, often framed by bluffs on one side and cow pastures on the other...…
County Road V to Sheboygan Falls: The Onion River, a tributary of the Sheboygan, is a delightfully enjoyable run when the rare opportunity to paddle it presents itself. Almost definitely a spring trip, or after heavy rains, the Onion worth is waiting for those…
An easy there-and-back trip on the relatively obscure headwaters area of the vaunted Bois Brule River, paddlers will be delighted with innumerable backwater pools, springs and spongy bogs surrounded...…
The last section of the Bois Brule is beautiful and lively, much like previous segments, but what makes this paddle extra special is what lies at the end of the river - the Lake Superior delta...…
Copper Range Landing to Highway 13: This was not only our favorite segment of the Brule, or even of 2016, but it might possibly be our favorite paddle of all time. Copper Range Landing to Highway 13 is a non-stop ride on a bed…
Bois Brule Landing to Copper Range Landing: A fun, scenic trip that begins at one convenient state forest campground canoe launch and ends at another, with light rapids at each as well, this is probably the most ignored section of…
Stone’s Bridge Landing to Bois Brule Landing: A premier paddling destination located in northern Wisconsin, the Bois Brule is a diverse river offering something for paddlers of every skill level. From flat water to lakes, riffles to exciting whitewater, all…
County Road F to Landing 10: This may be the best little Wisconsin driftless creek nobody’s ever heard of (well, save for a couple). It’s scenic, intimate, swift and envokes a sense of discovery because, save for the occasional trout fisherman,…
Clocking in around 90 miles long, the Sugar River is one of the more prominent streams in southern Wisconsin. Despite its name, the Sugar isn’t always so sweet. Just west of Verona, it starts clear and gurgles with a…
Ness Road to Big Falls: A return trip to one of our favorite paddles, this time with a twist – adding a previously unknown segment to the popular route – the upper Little Wolf River simply is a must for…
Watertown to Johnson Creek: A long pleasant daytrip down the tranquil Rock River that starts off in an attractive urban setting, courses through long straightaways past residential backyards, then meanders through a mostly undeveloped wild area that rewards the…
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources just released a handy little guide detailing 12 easy paddling opportunities located in State Natural Areas throughout Wisconsin. The guide is brief on details but serves as a great reminder (and inspiration) to…
If there’s one stream in southern Wisconsin that is a paddler’s paradise, it’s the Mecan River. Starting at a pretty lake fed by natural springs, the river meanders for some 40 miles through a mixed landscape of hardwoods, oak savannas,…