What do you want to do on the St. Croix River?
Start with the activity or place you care about. The detailed guide sections below hold the fishing spots, paddling stretches, access points, official links and practical notes.
Check the river before you head out
See current levels, streamflow, temperature when available, and recent trends across the St. Croix River.
Fishing the river
The St. Croix supports bass, walleye, sturgeon and other warmwater species across a long scenic border river.
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Fish you may encounter
Pick a named species for photos, river-life facts and a little music. Broad labels stay general until the exact species is known.
Fishing stretches and places
- Fishing rules, seasons and closures can change; check the current state or federal agency guidance before a trip.
- Gauge readings describe conditions at monitoring locations and are not a substitute for local safety judgment.
On the water
The St. Croix National Scenic Riverway is a major paddling destination, but water levels, rapids and motor restrictions vary by reach.
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- Check current river levels, weather, closures and navigation restrictions before launching.
- Match the reach and conditions to your experience and equipment.
Places and official resources
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Explore the St. Croix River
Trace the St. Croix River and compare live USGS gauges along the river corridor.
A protected border river of forests, cliffs and historic logging
The St. Croix forms much of the Minnesota–Wisconsin border and became one of the original rivers protected under the National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.
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Songs for the St. Croix River
Songs that name this river, tell part of its story or have a real connection to the places along it. Direct Spotify tracks when we can find them.