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The Wild & Scenic Kettle River

Designation

The Kettle River was added to Minnesota's Wild & Scenic Rivers Program in 1975. The designated stretch extends through Pine County to its confluence with the St. Croix River.

Classification

The Kettle River has segments in both "wild" and "scenic" classifications (see: general information on river classification).

Current status

The original management plan for this stretch of the Kettle River was adopted in 1975.

Kettle River Update

There is currently no Wild & Scenic Rivers planning process underway for the Kettle River.

Canoeing/Kayaking

Water Trail Information

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