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Minnesota · Unknown Co.

Cottonwood River

· 67 mi · Class
Optimal: 225–650 CFS · USGS #05317000
440 avg
515CFS
4.95 ft gauge height
Optimal
→Stable
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 440 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #05317000
Designated Water Trail · State

About

The canoeable portion of this river begins in Springfield and ends 58 river miles later when it empties into the Minnesota River near New Ulm. Carved out some 10,000 years ago, the steep slopes are now saturated with maple, basswood, and hackberry trees, with oak and red cedar on the sunny side. There are no major rapids.

Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waxing Crescent
15% illumination
Poor
★ Moon overhead
9:50 AM
Moonrise
2:05 PM
Moonset
5:36 AM
★ Moon underfoot
9:50 PM
Next full moon: May 3111 days
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Data Quality

River conditions are community-verified. CFS ranges, difficulty ratings, and access points may not reflect every flow level or seasonal change. Always check current conditions, scout unfamiliar rapids, and paddle within your skill level.

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