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Rapid MN

Five Step

Big Sucker Creek - Cty 33 to Lake Superior (6.5 miles) · MN

American Whitewater 46.9346, -91.8643

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Gauge Conditions

Knife River near Two Harbors, MN Downstream Primary
Runnable: 300.0 – 1,000.0 CFS

Likely too low. Correlation to reference gauge uncertain. Visual inspection required.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Five Step
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Five Step is a rocky, technical rapid with multiple distinct drops requiring precise navigation between scattered boulder gardens. Paddlers must carefully thread a line through tight passages and avoid potential pin spots, with route selection critical to avoiding undercut rocks and potential boat-trapping zones. Limited beta exists for this remote section, so scouting and careful approach are recommended.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
4.6 mi
Directions
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Cty 33 to Lake Superior (6.5 miles)
Big Sucker Creek
III-IV+(V) 5.8 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater