Live float conditions for 46 Minnesota rivers
Every river below is monitored through its USGS streamflow gauges, refreshed every 15 minutes and rated in plain language for kayak, canoe, raft and tube. Select a river for the live dashboard with current flow, trend, weather and community reports.
Mississippi River
Mississippi River is a small river in the Mississippi & Headwaters region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Mississippi River Near Bemidji, Mn gauge runs roughly 140–480 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 100–330 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Mississippi & Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Mississippi River Near Bemidji, Mn, Mississippi River At Grand Rapids, Mn, Mississippi River At Brainerd, Mn, Mississippi River At St. Cloud, Mn
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St. Croix River
St. Croix River is a large river in the St. Croix Valley region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the St. Croix River At Stillwater, Mn gauge runs roughly 2,200–8,100 cfs. Rafts want at least ~2,900 cfs. Tubing is best 1,500–5,700 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: St. Croix Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: St. Croix River At Stillwater, Mn
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Knife River
Knife River is a small creek in the North Shore / Superior region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Knife River Near Two Harbors, Mn gauge runs roughly 55–95 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 40–55 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: North Shore / Superior · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Knife River Near Two Harbors, Mn
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Rainy River
Rainy River is a large river in the Northeast / Rainy & BWCA region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Rainy R At Boat Landing Blw International Falls,Mn gauge runs roughly 4,000–14,000 cfs. Rafts want at least ~4,700 cfs. Tubing is best 2,800–9,800 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Northeast / Rainy & BWCA · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Rainy R At Boat Landing Blw International Falls,Mn, Rainy River At Manitou Rapids, Mn
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St. Louis River
St. Louis River is a small creek in the North Shore / Superior region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the St. Louis River Near Skibo, Mn gauge runs roughly 80–200 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 55–80 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: North Shore / Superior · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: St. Louis River Near Skibo, Mn, St. Louis River At Scanlon, Mn
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Root River
Root River is a small river in the Southeast / Driftless region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Root River Near Pilot Mound, Mn gauge runs roughly 200–580 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 140–410 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Southeast / Driftless · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Root River Near Pilot Mound, Mn, Root River Near Houston, Mn, South Fork Root River Near Houston, Mn
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Minnesota River
Minnesota River is a small creek in the Minnesota River Valley region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Minnesota River At Ortonville, Mn gauge runs roughly 65–270 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 45–65 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Minnesota River Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Minnesota River At Ortonville, Mn, Minnesota River At Montevideo, Mn, Minnesota River At New Ulm, Mn, Minnesota River At Mankato, Mn
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Kawishiwi River
Kawishiwi River is a small creek in the Northeast / Rainy & BWCA region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Kawishiwi River Near Ely, Mn gauge runs roughly 150–250 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 100–150 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Northeast / Rainy & BWCA · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Kawishiwi River Near Ely, Mn, South Kawishiwi River Near Ely, Mn
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Rum River
Rum River is a small river in the Central Rivers region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Rum River Near St. Francis, Mn gauge runs roughly 200–1,000 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 140–610 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Central Rivers · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Rum River Near St. Francis, Mn
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Basswood River
Basswood River is a mid-sized river in the Northeast / Rainy & BWCA region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Basswood River Near Winton, Mn gauge runs roughly 330–1,700 cfs. Rafts want at least ~470 cfs. Tubing is best 230–1,200 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Northeast / Rainy & BWCA · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Basswood River Near Winton, Mn
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Crow Wing River
Crow Wing River is a small river in the Mississippi & Headwaters region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Crow Wing River At Nimrod, Mn gauge runs roughly 280–630 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 200–440 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Mississippi & Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Crow Wing River At Nimrod, Mn, Crow Wing River Near Pillager, Mn
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Straight River (Park Rapids)
Straight River (Park Rapids) is a small creek in the Mississippi & Headwaters region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Straight River Near Park Rapids, Mn gauge runs roughly 70–90 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 50–65 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Mississippi & Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Straight River Near Park Rapids, Mn
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Kettle River
Kettle River is a small river in the St. Croix Valley region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Kettle River Below Sandstone, Mn gauge runs roughly 180–770 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 130–540 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: St. Croix Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Kettle River Below Sandstone, Mn
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Vermilion River
Vermilion River is a small river in the Northeast / Rainy & BWCA region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Vermilion River Nr Crane Lake, Mn gauge runs roughly 180–1,100 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 130–600 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Northeast / Rainy & BWCA · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Vermilion River Nr Crane Lake, Mn
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Otter Tail River
Otter Tail River is a small river in the Red River Basin region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Otter Tail River Near Elizabeth, Mn gauge runs roughly 250–560 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 180–390 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Red River Basin · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Otter Tail River Near Elizabeth, Mn, Otter Tail River Bl Orwell D Nr Fergus Falls, Mn
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Cannon River
Cannon River is a mid-sized river in the Southeast / Driftless region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Cannon River At Co. Hwy. 29 Below Faribault, Mn gauge runs roughly 150–3,000 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 100–1,200 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Southeast / Driftless · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Cannon River At Co. Hwy. 29 Below Faribault, Mn, Cannon River At Northfield Mn, Cannon River At Welch, Mn
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Pigeon River
Pigeon River is a small river in the North Shore / Superior region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Pigeon River At Middle Falls Nr Grand Portage Mn gauge runs roughly 120–480 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 85–320 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: North Shore / Superior · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Pigeon River At Middle Falls Nr Grand Portage Mn
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Red Lake River
Red Lake River is a mid-sized river in the Red River Basin region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Red Lake River At High Landing Nr Goodridge, Mn gauge runs roughly 150–3,000 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 100–860 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Red River Basin · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Red Lake River At High Landing Nr Goodridge, Mn, Red Lake River At Crookston, Mn, Red Lake River At Fisher, Mn
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Zumbro River
Zumbro River is a small river in the Southeast / Driftless region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the South Fork Zumbro River At Rochester, Mn gauge runs roughly 100–290 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–200 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Southeast / Driftless · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: South Fork Zumbro River At Rochester, Mn
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Big Fork River
Big Fork River is a small river in the Northeast / Rainy & BWCA region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Big Fork River At Big Falls, Mn gauge runs roughly 180–1,100 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 130–640 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Northeast / Rainy & BWCA · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Big Fork River At Big Falls, Mn
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Vermillion River
Vermillion River is a small creek in the Southeast / Driftless region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Vermillion River Near Empire, Mn gauge runs roughly 80–110 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 55–75 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Southeast / Driftless · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Vermillion River Near Empire, Mn
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Little Fork River
Little Fork River is a small river in the Northeast / Rainy & BWCA region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Little Fork River At Littlefork, Mn gauge runs roughly 180–1,500 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 130–840 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Northeast / Rainy & BWCA · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Little Fork River At Littlefork, Mn
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Crow River
Crow River is a small river in the Central Rivers region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Crow River At Rockford, Mn gauge runs roughly 100–1,600 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–760 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Central Rivers · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Crow River At Rockford, Mn
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Snake River
Snake River is a small river in the St. Croix Valley region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Snake River Near Pine City, Mn gauge runs roughly 130–710 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 90–470 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: St. Croix Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Snake River Near Pine City, Mn
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Buffalo River
Buffalo River is a small creek in the Red River Basin region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Buffalo River Near Hawley, Mn gauge runs roughly 60–90 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 40–60 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Red River Basin · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Buffalo River Near Hawley, Mn, Buffalo River Near Dilworth, Mn
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Blue Earth River
Blue Earth River is a small river in the Minnesota River Valley region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Blue Earth River Near Rapidan, Mn gauge runs roughly 100–1,900 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 70–840 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Minnesota River Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Blue Earth River Near Rapidan, Mn
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Wild Rice River
Wild Rice River is a small creek in the Red River Basin region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Wild Rice River At Twin Valley, Mn gauge runs roughly 140–250 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 100–140 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Red River Basin · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Wild Rice River At Twin Valley, Mn, Wild Rice River At Hendrum, Mn
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Rapid River
Rapid River is a small creek in the Northeast / Rainy & BWCA region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Rapid River Near Baudette, Mn gauge runs roughly 250–810 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 180–250 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Northeast / Rainy & BWCA · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Rapid River Near Baudette, Mn
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Sauk River
Sauk River is a small river in the Central Rivers region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Sauk River Near St. Cloud, Mn gauge runs roughly 100–680 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–340 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Central Rivers · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Sauk River Near St. Cloud, Mn
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Grand Portage River
Grand Portage River is a small creek in the North Shore / Superior region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Grand Portage River At Grand Portage Mn gauge runs roughly 40–55 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: North Shore / Superior · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Grand Portage River At Grand Portage Mn
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Clearwater River
Clearwater River is a small creek in the Red River Basin region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Clearwater River At Plummer, Mn gauge runs roughly 120–170 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 85–120 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Red River Basin · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Clearwater River At Plummer, Mn, Clearwater River At Red Lake Falls, Mn
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Thief River
Thief River is a small creek in the Red River Basin region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Thief River Near Thief River Falls, Mn gauge runs roughly 120–1,200 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 85–120 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Red River Basin · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Thief River Near Thief River Falls, Mn
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Le Sueur River
Le Sueur River is a small river in the Minnesota River Valley region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Le Sueur River Near Rapidan, Mn gauge runs roughly 100–970 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–390 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Minnesota River Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Le Sueur River Near Rapidan, Mn
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Des Moines River
Des Moines River is a small creek in the Southwest Prairie region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Des Moines River Above Windom, Mn gauge runs roughly 280–1,000 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 200–280 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Southwest Prairie · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Des Moines River Above Windom, Mn, Des Moines River At Jackson, Mn
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Roseau River
Roseau River is a small creek in the Red River Basin region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Roseau River At Ross, Mn gauge runs roughly 140–320 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 100–140 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Red River Basin · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Roseau River At Ross, Mn
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Long Prairie River
Long Prairie River is a small river in the Mississippi & Headwaters region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Long Prairie River At Long Prairie, Mn gauge runs roughly 100–350 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–210 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Mississippi & Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Long Prairie River At Long Prairie, Mn
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Cottonwood River
Cottonwood River is a small creek in the Minnesota River Valley region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Cottonwood River Near New Ulm, Mn gauge runs roughly 230–500 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 160–230 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Minnesota River Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Cottonwood River Near New Ulm, Mn
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Elk River
Elk River is a small river in the Central Rivers region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Elk River Near Big Lake, Mn gauge runs roughly 110–370 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 75–260 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Central Rivers · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Elk River Near Big Lake, Mn
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Redwood River
Redwood River is a small creek in the Minnesota River Valley region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Redwood River Near Marshall, Mn gauge runs roughly 40–70 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Minnesota River Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Redwood River Near Marshall, Mn, Redwood River Near Redwood Falls, Mn
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Sand Hill River
Sand Hill River is a small creek in the Red River Basin region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Sand Hill River At Climax, Mn gauge runs roughly 45–70 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–45 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Red River Basin · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Sand Hill River At Climax, Mn
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Chippewa River
Chippewa River is a small river in the Minnesota River Valley region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Chippewa River Near Milan, Mn gauge runs roughly 100–920 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–390 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Minnesota River Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Chippewa River Near Milan, Mn, Chippewa River (Tw) Near Watson, Mn
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Straight River (Faribault)
Straight River (Faribault) is a small river in the Southeast / Driftless region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Straight River Near Faribault, Mn gauge runs roughly 100–490 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–280 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Southeast / Driftless · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Straight River Near Faribault, Mn
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Yellow Medicine River
Yellow Medicine River is a small creek in the Minnesota River Valley region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Yellow Medicine River Near Granite Falls, Mn gauge runs roughly 65–150 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 45–65 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Minnesota River Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Yellow Medicine River Near Granite Falls, Mn
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Pomme de Terre River
Pomme de Terre River is a small creek in the Minnesota River Valley region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Pomme De Terre River At Appleton, Mn gauge runs roughly 130–280 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 90–130 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Minnesota River Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Pomme De Terre River At Appleton, Mn
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Cedar River
Cedar River is a small creek in the Southeast / Driftless region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Cedar River Near Austin, Mn gauge runs roughly 190–280 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 130–190 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Southeast / Driftless · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Cedar River Near Austin, Mn
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Watonwan River
Watonwan River is a small river in the Minnesota River Valley region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Watonwan River Near Garden City, Mn gauge runs roughly 100–840 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–320 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Minnesota River Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Watonwan River Near Garden City, Mn
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