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Wisconsin | Northwest Wisconsin
Bois Brule River
Stone's Bridge Landing to Winneboujou Landing
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Conditions
Gauge history and hourly forecast
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Plan
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Route logistics
Access and shuttle
Launch at Stone’s Bridge Landing and take out at Winneboujou Landing for the classic upper Bois Brule day. It is the friendlier Brule run, with clear water, wooded corridors, mostly class I rapids, and a shorter commitment than continuing to Bois Brule Landing, but low water and strainers can still change the trip.
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Put-in
Stone's Bridge LandingWisconsin DNR requires launching and landing only at allowed designated canoe landings on the Brule.
Take-out
Winneboujou LandingStone’s Bridge is a developed landing with parking, pit toilets, water, and trailer turnaround according to Wisconsin Trail Guide.
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Access caveats and watch for
Access caveats
- Wisconsin DNR requires launching and landing only at allowed designated canoe landings on the Brule.
- Stone’s Bridge is a developed landing with parking, pit toilets, water, and trailer turnaround according to Wisconsin Trail Guide.
- Winneboujou is a hand-carry landing with parking, pit toilets, water, and trailer turnaround according to Wisconsin Trail Guide.
Watch for
- Bony rapids below about 200 cfs and paddling not recommended below 125 cfs.
- Falls Rapids, Big Twin, Wildcat, Station, and other class I features; scout or portage anything that exceeds group comfort.
- Strainers, fallen trees, cold spring-fed water, and faster constricted current as flows rise.
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Score & sources
Why this score
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Data behind the scoreGauge, thresholds, and timing
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| Gauge site | Bois Brule River at Brule, WI |
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| Target band | 200 cfs to 350 cfs |
| Low threshold | 125 cfs |
| High threshold | 600 cfs |
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| Main source behind this score | Wisconsin Trail Guide Bois Brule BB1 suggested river levels |
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NotesWhat to know before you go
These notes cover the access details, route quirks, and source caveats most likely to matter once you get there.
- Route level bands125 / 200-350 / 600 cfs
Wisconsin Trail Guide says below 125 cfs is not recommended, 125 to 200 cfs is low runnable, 200 to 350 cfs is medium runnable for novice paddlers, 350 to 600 cfs is high runnable, and novice paddlers should avoid 600 to 1,000 cfs.
- Gauge fitDirect same-segment gauge
Wisconsin Trail Guide says the referenced gauge is located in this segment and should provide an accurate indication of current conditions in the reach.
- Official corridorStone's Bridge to Winneboujou
Wisconsin DNR describes Stone’s Bridge to Winneboujou as an easygoing upper-river trip and gives an approximate four-hour time between landings.
- Classic route confirmation9.3 to 9.6 miles
Wisconsin River Trips identifies Stone’s Bridge Landing to Winneboujou Landing as the classic upper Bois Brule segment, while Wisconsin Trail Guide river-mile points put Stone’s Bridge to Winneboujou at about 9.6 river miles.
- AW corroboration125 to 1,700 cfs broader range
American Whitewater lists the Bois Brule at Brule gauge for an I-II reach, with low boatable flow starting around 125 cfs and higher bands becoming pushier.
- River rulesDesignated landings only
Wisconsin DNR requires paddlers to launch and land only at allowed designated canoe landings, prohibits glass bottles, requires wearable PFDs, and allows camping only at state-designated campgrounds.
- Cold-water characterCool spring-fed flow
Wisconsin DNR describes the Bois Brule as sustained by a steady flow of cool spring water.
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Quick answers
Bois Brule River paddling FAQ
What water level is good for paddling Bois Brule River?
Paddle Today watches Bois Brule River at Brule, WI and treats 200 cfs to 350 cfs as the target band for this route, with weather and recent trend included in the final score.
Where does this Bois Brule River route start and end?
This route starts at Stone's Bridge Landing and ends at Winneboujou Landing, about 9.3 to 9.6 mi on the water.
Is this Bois Brule River route good for beginners?
This is listed as a moderate route. Expect more planning than an easy float, and use the live score, route notes, and source links before committing.
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