Minnesota River - LeSueur to Fort Snelling

Location

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Southeastern Minnesota; Le Sueur, Sibley, Scott, Carver, Hennepin and Dakota Counties

DNR Parks and Trails
Central Regional Office
(651) 259-5841
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  • The Minnesota River was once a vital highway for Indians, explorers, traders and settlers, the Minnesota is now a placid route. This segment of the river gently curves up to Fort Snelling and does not have any rapids or dams to portage. Enjoy the variety of wildlife that this river has to offer.
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  • No major rapids - River rapids ratings.

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