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Rapid MN

Hwy.61

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

American Whitewater 46.9266, -91.8553

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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

Hwy.61
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Hwy.61 rapid presents a technical descent with limited beta due to its obscure rating and minimal documented information. Paddlers should expect potential unmarked hazards, including possible submerged rocks and variable water conditions that demand precise navigation and situational awareness when running this section of Big Sucker Creek.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
5.6 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