This is a lake crossing.  We have no intention of crossing the Grand Traverse, & are looking at the alternative routes in order to avoid that sort of crossing.  

I was curious as well about the two rapids on the Rainy River.  Does anyone have any info on them ? Looking at a few maps, it would seem as though it is possible to portage both of them on the US side, using the take-out at Manitou R., anf the Frank Jevson State Park for the Long Sault Rapids.  Any info on either of these ?