Minnesota · Unknown Co.
Minnesota River
· 318 mi · Class I-II
Optimal: 1600–4750 CFS · USGS #05316580
2,530CFS
12.72 ft gauge height
Optimal↑Rising slowly (+10 cfs/hr)(+30 in 3h)
Avg flow: 3,156 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #05316580
Designated Water Trail · State
About
At 3,156 CFS average flow through 318 miles of designated water trail, the Minnesota River moves substantial volume across Class I-II water. Optimal paddling range runs from 1,600 to 4,750 CFS, with gauge 05316580 providing current conditions. The state water trail designation provides coordinated access and information for the full length of navigable river. Most sections hold to Class I with occasional Class II features where the gradient increases or obstacles create more technical water.
Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waxing Crescent
15% illumination
Poor
★ Moon overhead
9:51 AM
Moonrise
2:03 PM
Moonset
5:39 AM
★ Moon underfoot
9:51 PM
Next full moon: May 3111 days
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Data Quality
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