Cass Lake To Lake Winnibigoshish river run
Cass Lake To Lake Winnibigoshish
Some of the notable rapids and obstacles on the Whitewater River Run include the "Narrows," a narrow passage with fast-moving water and several rocks, and the "S-Bend," a sharp turn with a strong current. Paddlers should also be aware of fallen trees and other debris that may obstruct the river in certain areas.
It is important to note that there are specific regulations in place for this area. The use of motorized watercraft is prohibited on the Whitewater River, and all paddlers must wear a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times. Additionally, camping is only allowed in designated areas along the river. Paddlers should be respectful of the natural environment and follow Leave No Trace principles.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Cass Lake To Lake Winnibigoshish -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi River Near Bemidji | 264 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Grand Rapids | 550 cfs | → |
| Straight River Near Park Rapids | 46 cfs | → |
| Red Lake River Near Red Lake | 208 cfs | → |
| Prairie River Near Taconite | 231 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River At Nimrod | 343 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
- Power Dam Road Northeast Beltrami County
- Lake Winnibigoshish (W)
- Morph Lake Wma
- Migizi Trail Cass County
- Hubbard County
- Cass County
Other river runs
- The Otter Tail Powerplant To Allen's Bay
- Lake Winnigigoshish To Blackwater Lake
- The Iron Bridge Of County Road 7 To Lake Bemidji
- The Outlet Of Lake Itasca To The Iron Bridge Of County Road 7
- Dora Lake To State Highway 6
Campgrounds
- Knutson Dam Campground
- Knutson Dam
- Bimijiwan (Formerly Knutson Dam) Recreation Area
- Camp Cassaway
- Wanaki
- Wanaki Campground Loop
Fishing spots
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Cass Lake To Lake Winnibigoshish as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Cass Lake To Lake Winnibigoshish
What's the optimal flow for Cass Lake To Lake Winnibigoshish?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Cass Lake To Lake Winnibigoshish.