One of many beautiful views of the St. Croix River
Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway
National Scenic Riverway · WI, MN
Grab your paddle and your longing for adventure and head to the St. Croix and Namekagon rivers! Together they form the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, offering over 200 miles of clean water that glides and rushes through a forested landscape. Paddle, boat, fish, and camp among this wild and scenic beauty. Hiking and historic towns also beckon.
Park report
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Campgrounds Available
How this is rated
Good: campgrounds available in this park3 campgrounds
Visitor Centers
Good2 visitor centers
Activities Available
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Good: many activities available21 activities
Park Name
InfoSaint Croix National Scenic Riverway
Designation
InfoNational Scenic Riverway
State(s)
InfoWI, MN
Phone
Info7154832274
SACN_Info@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe St. Croix and Namekagon rivers are open all-day, year-round except for periods of dangerous water conditions. Access to landings and trails is seasonal.
Visitor Center: Namekagon River Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Visitor Center: St. Croix River Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoAnimals, Birds, Fish + 3 more
Weather Info
InfoAccess to the Riverway is year-round. Early spring temperatures can reach into the 40's resulting in high, fast, and cold water from melting snow and ice. Summers are warm and humid. Severe weather ca
Getting There
InfoThe St. Croix National Scenic Riverway stretches for over 200 miles in northwest Wisconsin and east-central Minnesota. The Namekagon River flows entirely in Wisconsin while the St. Croix River serves
Location
Info45.7002° N, -92.3613° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website