The 25-Acre Island Just South Of Brainerd To Roscoe Island river run
The 25-Acre Island Just South Of Brainerd To Roscoe Island
There are several rapids and obstacles that kayakers and rafters should be aware of when navigating the Whitewater River. These include Big Falls, a Class IV rapid located near the town of Beaver; Blueberry Slide, a Class III rapid located near the Blueberry Trailhead; and Fenceline, a Class II rapid located near the end of the run at the Roscoe Island Bridge.
There are specific regulations that must be followed when visiting the Whitewater River Run. All users must possess a valid Minnesota State Watercraft Operator's Permit, and all vessels must be registered with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. It is also important to note that camping is not allowed on Roscoe Island.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run offers a thrilling and challenging experience for kayakers and rafters in Minnesota. It is important to follow all regulations and use caution when navigating the rapids and obstacles on this river.
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 25-Acre Island Just South Of Brainerd To Roscoe Island -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi River At Brainerd | 2,040 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River Near Pillager | 1,220 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Aitkin | 1,750 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Near Royalton | 3,730 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River At Nimrod | 343 cfs | → |
| Long Prairie River At Long Prairie | 181 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
- Highland Scenic Drive South 6213, Baxter
- Brainerd
- Gilbert Access 16586, Crow Wing County
- Oakwood Drive North Baxter
- Red Sand Lake Road 5499, Crow Wing County
- Crow Wing County
Other river runs
- The Discharge Of The Flood Diversion Channel To Riverton
- Blanchard Dam To Ends One Mile Downstream From The Southern Village Boundary Of Rice
- The Boundary Between Logan And Workman Townships In Aitkin County To The Dam Entrance Of The Flood Diversion Channel
- The Beaver Islands At St. Cloud To The Confluence Of The Clearwater River
- The Confluence Of The Clearwater River To The Northwestern Corporate Boundary Of Anoka
Campgrounds
- Lum City Park
- Lum Park Campground
- Crow Wing State Park Campground
- Crow Wing State Park
- Gulf Lake- Cor Of Engineers Campground
- Pillsbury State Forest- Walter Stark Horse Camp
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 The 25-Acre Island Just South Of Brainerd To Roscoe Island 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 25-Acre Island Just South Of Brainerd To Roscoe Island
What's the optimal flow for The 25-Acre Island Just South Of Brainerd To Roscoe Island ?
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 25-Acre Island Just South Of Brainerd To Roscoe Island .