Inflatable Kayak Blog

I am originally from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and know how beautiful and remote that area is. Another northern area that boasts similar remote scenic beauty is the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. This area stretches across eastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. The 252 miles covered by the Riverway was established to preserve the outstanding natural and scenic resources of the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers and provide for outdoor recreation in that area.

The Namekagon River is a slow moving body of water which flows through marsh and swamp land. It is a narrow twisting river that is best navigated by canoe or kayak. The St. Croix River changes from narrow to broad and shallow to deep, providing many recreational experiences. Canoes and kayaks are recommended on the upper section. Canoes, kayaks and small motor mount fishing boats use the middle section, while larger motorized boats, sail boats, canoes and kayaks frequent the lower section.

Since we usually travel to Michigan’s at least once a year, the St. Croix Riverway would make an interesting side trip to do some kayaking.