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Baudette
Eden Index
Climate
4.7
•
Recreation
0.9
•
Community
•
Safeguard
2.2/10
Baudette is a city located in northern Minnesota along the Rainy River, which serves as the border between the United States and Canada. The climate in Baudette is typically cold and snowy in the winter months, with average temperatures ranging from 0°F to 20°F. Summers are mild, with average temperatures ranging from 60°F to 80°F. The hydrology of the area is dominated by the Rainy River and its tributaries, which provide ample opportunities for fishing and boating. The area is known for its excellent walleye fishing. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Baudette include hunting, fishing, boating, hiking, and snowmobiling. The nearby Zippel Bay State Park offers camping and hiking opportunities, while the Rainy River provides excellent opportunities for boating and fishing.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 4.7
Baudette receives approximately
608mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
4°C.
Baudette has a plant hardyness factor of
3, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Rainy
Area Rivers
Rainy
Snowpack Depths
Rainy
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Rainy
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 0.9
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knutson Dam | 14 | 1,307 ft | |||
| Stony Point | 44 | 1,336 ft | |||
| Crow Wing State Park | 60 | 1,187 ft | |||
| Big Bog State Rec Area | 31 | 1,177 ft | |||
| Timber Mill RV Park | 21 | 1,095 ft | |||
| Washkish Park | 30 | 1,180 ft | |||
| Cass Lake | 23 | 1,335 ft | |||
| Chippewa Loop | 46 | 1,369 ft | |||
| Camp Cassaway | 10 | 1,306 ft | |||
| DeParcq Woods Military - Camp Ripley | None | 1,145 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.