Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway

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A blue river winds through a valley lined with trees in autumn color.

About Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway

Grab your paddle and your longing for adventure and head to the St. Croix and Namekagon rivers! Together they form the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, offering over 200 miles of clean water that glides and rushes through a forested landscape. Paddle, boat, fish, and camp among this wild and scenic beauty. Hiking and historic towns also beckon.

Quick Facts

State Wisconsin
Designation National Scenic Riverway
State Code WI,MN
Weather Access to the Riverway is year-round. Early spring temperatures can reach into the 40's resulting in high, fast, and cold water from melting snow and ice. Summers are warm and…

Operating Hours

The St. Croix and Namekagon rivers are open all-day, year-round except for periods of dangerous water conditions. Access to landings and trails is seasonal.

Wednesday All Day
Monday All Day
Thursday All Day
Sunday All Day
Tuesday All Day
Friday All Day
Saturday All Day

Activities

Boating Motorized Boating Camping Canoe or Kayak Camping Fishing Freshwater Fishing Fly Fishing Hands-On Citizen Science Hiking Hunting and Gathering Hunting Paddling Canoeing Canoe or Kayak Camping Kayaking Junior Ranger Program Tubing Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film

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