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Taylors-Falls
Eden Index
Climate
6.1
•
Recreation
5.9
•
Community
3.1
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Taylors Falls, Minnesota is a small town located along the St. Croix River, about 60 miles northeast of Minneapolis. The town experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by hot summers and cold winters. Average temperatures range from highs of around 80°F in the summer to lows of about 10°F in the winter. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average annual rainfall of about 30 inches.
Hydrologically, the St. Croix River plays a significant role in the area. The river, which forms part of the boundary between Minnesota and Wisconsin, offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water activities. The surrounding landscape includes scenic bluffs, picturesque cliffs, and beautiful waterfalls, attracting visitors year-round.
Taylors Falls is also home to Interstate State Park, which sits on both the Minnesota and Wisconsin sides of the St. Croix River. This park offers various outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, camping, rock climbing, and birdwatching. Visitors can explore the unique glacial potholes, take a boat tour, or simply enjoy the stunning natural beauty of the area.
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): 6.1
Taylors-Falls receives approximately
774mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Taylors-Falls 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
St. Croix
Area Rivers
St. Croix
Snowpack Depths
St. Croix
Reservoir Storage Capacity
St. Croix
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale Access | None | 696 ft | |||
| Quercus Wilderness Area | 5 | 670 ft | |||
| Aaron Provincial Park | 98 | 1,246 ft | |||
| Lake Keomah State Park | 65 | 810 ft | |||
| Union Mills Access | None | 762 ft | |||
| Miami Lake Park | None | 918 ft | |||
| Drakesville City Park | 6 | 886 ft | |||
| Eveland Access | 26 | 679 ft | |||
| Cedar Creek Access | None | 704 ft | |||
| Lake Wapello State Park | 80 | 803 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): 3.1
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.