Northwestern Minnesota; Clearwater, Penningtion, Red Lake, and Polk Counties
DNR Parks and Trails
Northwestern Regional Office
(218) 308-2372
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The Red Lake River is one of the few canoeing and kayaking rivers in northwest Minnesota, the Red Lake flows generally westward from Upper and Lower Red Lake to join the Red River of the North in East Grand Forks. Grab a canoe or kayak and learn about the history of this native area that is home to a multitude of species.
Tell me more about this river's landscape, wildlife, and history.