Winter Weather Advisory
2025-12-19T00:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...A combination of light snow, gusty winds, and quickly plummeting temperatures leading to flash freeze conditions. Total snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Crow Wing, Aitkin, Pine, Cass, Itasca, Carlton, South and Central St. Louis, and Southern Lake Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Fond du Lac Band, the Mille Lacs Band, Big Sandy Lake, Hinckley, Lena Lake and, East Lake areas and the Bois Forte Band, Deer Creek and, Lake Vermilion areas. * WHEN...From 9 AM Thursday to midnight CST Thursday Night. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Upper Saint Louis Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Minnesota

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

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Summary

Louis River run in Minnesota is a challenging Class III-IV river run that offers thrilling rapids and scenic views. The river obstacles include boulder gardens, narrow chutes, and standing waves. It is best to float this section of water in the late spring or early summer when the water levels are high, with a recommended flow of 800-1200 cfs. This section is not recommended for beginners and requires experienced paddlers with proper gear and safety precautions. The Upper St. Louis River run is an exhilarating adventure for those seeking a challenging and rewarding river run.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	6710 cfs (6.46 ft)
Percent of Normal	34%
Optimal Range	300-50000 cfs
Status	Runnable
Class Level	II+ to IV
Elevation	1,109 ft
Run Length	4.5 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	693 cfs
Gauge Height	3.1 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 04024000

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Winter Weather Advisory
Until 2025-12-18T08:00:00-06:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...A combination of light snow, gusty winds, and quickly plummeting temperatures leading to flash freeze conditions. Total snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Crow Wing, Aitkin, Pine, Cass, Itasca, Carlton, South and Central St. Louis, and Southern Lake Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Fond du Lac Band, the Mille Lacs Band, Big Sandy Lake, Hinckley, Lena Lake and, East Lake areas and the Bois Forte Band, Deer Creek and, Lake Vermilion areas. * WHEN...From 9 AM Thursday to midnight CST Thursday Night. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.