The Site Of Old Sandstone Hydroelectric Dam To The Confluence With St. Croix River river run
The Site Of Old Sandstone Hydroelectric Dam To The Confluence With St. Croix River
There are several specific rapids and obstacles that paddlers will encounter during the Whitewater River Run. These include "Little Falls" and "Big Falls," both of which are Class III rapids, as well as several other smaller rapids and waves. The river also has several rocks and boulders that can create challenging obstacles for paddlers.
In terms of regulations, the Whitewater River Run is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and paddlers are required to have a valid watercraft permit. Additionally, paddlers are required to wear personal flotation devices and are encouraged to use helmets and other safety equipment.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run is a challenging and exciting destination for whitewater enthusiasts in Minnesota. With its ideal streamflow range, class rating, and specific rapids and obstacles, it offers a thrilling experience for paddlers of all skill levels.
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 The Site Of Old Sandstone Hydroelectric Dam To The Confluence With St. Croix River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kettle River Below Sandstone | 471 cfs | → |
| Snake River Near Pine City | 558 cfs | → |
| St. Croix River Near Danbury | 1,140 cfs | → |
| St. Louis River At Scanlon | 3,410 cfs | → |
| St. Croix River At St. Croix Falls | 3,870 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Aitkin | 2,450 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
- Pine County
- Chipmunk Lane Willow River
- Saint Croix River -- Nelson Landing
- Pomroy Beach Drive 2918, Kanabec County
Other river runs
- Carlton County State Aid Highway #12 Bridge To The Site Of Old Sandstone Hydroelectric Dam
- Upper Saint Louis
- The Boundary Between Logan And Workman Townships In Aitkin County To The Dam Entrance Of The Flood Diversion Channel
- The Discharge Of The Flood Diversion Channel To Riverton
- The 25-Acre Island Just South Of Brainerd To Roscoe Island
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 The Site Of Old Sandstone Hydroelectric Dam To The Confluence With St. Croix River 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 The Site Of Old Sandstone Hydroelectric Dam To The Confluence With St. Croix River
What's the optimal flow for The Site Of Old Sandstone Hydroelectric Dam To The Confluence With St. Croix River?
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 The Site Of Old Sandstone Hydroelectric Dam To The Confluence With St. Croix River.