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Castle-Rock
Eden Index
Climate
6.5
•
Recreation
3.2
•
Community
1.5
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
Castle Rock is a small town in Dakota County, Minnesota, with a population of around 300 people. The climate is generally cold and snowy during the winter months, with average temperatures around 20°F, while summers are warm and humid, with temperatures averaging around 73°F. The town is located near the Cannon River, which is a popular spot for fishing and canoeing. The river also provides drinking water for the town and surrounding areas. Outdoor recreation opportunities include hiking and biking along the Cannon Valley Trail, as well as camping and wildlife watching in the nearby Nerstrand Big Woods State Park. The town is also known for its annual Castle Rock Freedom Festival, which includes a parade, car show, and live music.
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): 6.5
Castle-Rock receives approximately
818mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Castle-Rock 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
Upper Mississippi-Black-Root
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Black-Root
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Black-Root
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Black-Root
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Button Box ? George Washington State Forest | 12 | 1,400 ft | |||
| Whitebreast - Red Rock Lake | 130 | 828 ft | |||
| McCarthy Beach State Park | 90 | 1,393 ft | |||
| Elk Rock State Park | 75 | 843 ft | |||
| Ivans - Red Rock Lake | None | 708 ft | |||
| Roberts Creek Park | None | 803 ft | |||
| Howell Station - Red Rock Lake | 140 | 704 ft | |||
| North Overlook - Red Rock Lake | 55 | 796 ft | |||
| Wallashuck - Red Rock Lake | 80 | 833 ft | |||
| Woodenfrog - Kabetogama State Forest | 60 | 1,126 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): 1.5
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.