Shoot through the Midwest’s most famous whitewater at Piers Gorge on a three-hour, guided Menominee River rafting trip. Expect two heart-pounding runs, scenic flatwater stretches, and shoreside portages for younger riders.
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The raft slides off a flat stretch and the river takes hold — the Menominee's current seems to urge you forward as 200-foot cliffs flank the channel. You start with easy, playful sections where you can swim and soak up the Upper Peninsula sun, then hear the low roar of Piers Gorge: class IV drops that demand focus and teamwork. After the first run you pull ashore, hike back to the gorge rim, and launch a second time, each descent sharper and more immediate than the last.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate cardiovascular fitness and ability to follow commands; trips are guided but class IV drops require stamina and coordinated paddling.
Wildlife
History
The Menominee River corridor was used by Ojibwe people and later became a logging and mill route; the gorge and cliffs are remnants of glacial scouring and rock uplift.
Conservation
Stay on designated put-in/take-out areas and pack out any trash; high-use seasons can erode shorelines, so follow guide instructions to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the White-water Rafting Adventure on the Menominee River today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Check-in location and timing
Arrive 30–45 minutes before launch at Wildman Adventure Resort (behind Bombers Bar) to get fitted for gear and receive a safety briefing.
Footwear and grip
Wear closed-toe water shoes or sandals with heel straps — flip-flops will come off during rapids.
Know the age rules
Children under 12 must portage the class IV Piers Gorge; plan for shore-side supervision and alternating paddling if traveling with kids.
Protect electronics and skin
Use a small dry bag for phones and apply reef-safe sunscreen; a light neoprene top helps in cooler water.
Secure water shoes
Provide traction and stay attached in swift water.
summer
Quick-dry layers or wetsuit top
Keeps you warm after splashes and during cooler mornings.
spring
Small dry bag or waterproof phone case
Protects electronics and small valuables from immersion.
Reusable water bottle
Hydration between runs is important; bring one that clips to your gear bag.
summer