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Beaver-Bay
Eden Index
Climate
5.2
•
Recreation
5.0
•
Community
2.1
•
Safeguard
4.3/10
Beaver Bay is a city in northern Minnesota situated on the shores of Lake Superior. The climate in Beaver Bay is considered to be a humid continental climate, with cold winters and mild summers. The town's hydrology constituents are primarily influenced by Lake Superior, which provides a significant source of water for the area. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Beaver Bay include hiking in the nearby Split Rock Lighthouse State Park, fishing and boating on Lake Superior, and exploring the numerous waterfalls and scenic overlooks in the surrounding area. Additionally, the Superior Hiking Trail runs through Beaver Bay, providing access to over 300 miles of hiking trails throughout the region.
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): 5.2
Beaver-Bay receives approximately
724mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
4°C.
Beaver-Bay has a plant hardyness factor of
4, 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
Northwestern Lake Superior
Area Rivers
Northwestern Lake Superior
Snowpack Depths
Northwestern Lake Superior
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Northwestern Lake Superior
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meramec State Park | None | 613 ft | |||
| Dupont Reservation Conservation Area - MDC | 20 | 460 ft | |||
| Red Bluff | 109 | 821 ft | |||
| Victory Park | 5 | 510 ft | |||
| Hermann City RV Park | 20 | 509 ft | |||
| Canton City River Park | 23 | 481 ft | |||
| Bear Creek - Mississippi River | 30 | 492 ft | |||
| Onondaga Cave State Park | None | 791 ft | |||
| Mississippi Riverfront RV Park | None | 483 ft | |||
| Warsaw City Campground | None | 495 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
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): 2.1
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.