Pomme de Terre River

Location West Central Minnesota; Swift County DNR Parks and Trails Southern Regional Office (320) 796-2161

• The Pomme de Terre River is the northern-most tributary of the Minnesota River. It is named for the potato-like native plant used as food by the Dakota inhabiting the area. Pomme de terre is French for potato. The Pomme de Terre River runs through a variety of land types, including low blufflands, woods, pasture and some farmland. Watch for farm fences that may be strung across the river!
• For more information on the Pomme de Terre River, please refer to section one of the Minnesota River series: 1: Ortonville to Granite Falls
• No major rapids - River rapids ratings.