Turtle River
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River
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Turtle River
Hwy 51 - Mercer, WI 54547
Information:
715-561-2922
A relatively unknown and unspoiled river that meanders 27 miles through Iron County from Cedar Lake into the Turtle-Flambeau Flowage at Lake of the Falls. Some Class II-III rapids may require portaging dependent on water levels. Portage at Shay's Dam Falls required. Numerous public access points and state and county campsites.
What's Nearby
Events
Places To Stay
Dining
1
Loon Day Art & Craft Fair
8/07/2024
Mercer - 2.4 miles away
2
Native American Arts and Craft Show and Sale
7/27/2024
Lac du Flambeau - 17.36 miles away
3
Iron County Heritage Parade
7/27/2024
Hurley - 19.53 miles away
4
Iron County Heritage Festival
7/27/2024 - 8/11/2024
Hurley - 19.55 miles away
5
The Paavo Nurmi Marathon
8/10/2024
Hurley - 19.55 miles away
6
71st Annual Flambeau Rama
8/02/2024 - 8/04/2024
Park Falls - 22.58 miles away
7
Annual Musky Jamboree Weekend
8/09/2024 - 8/11/2024
Boulder Junction - 23.24 miles away
8
Boulder Junction History Day
8/10/2024
Boulder Junction - 23.25 miles away