Map: Redwood River
The Redwood River originates near Ruthton, passes through Camden State Park and ends in Redwood Falls. After a portage around the Lake Redwood Dam, you can continue paddling to the confluence with the Minnesota River. This river shares a map with the Minnesota River (Map 3).
The Redwood River originates at high elevation, among the wind farms high atop Ruthton's Buffalo Ridge. The most canoeable portion of the river begins near Marshall and ends at Lake Redwood in Redwood Falls. Those who wish to continue on to the Minnesota River will have to portage around the Lake Redwood Dam under the Highway 19 Bridge, re-entering in Alexander Ramsey Park.
At the area around Redwood Falls, paddlers will encounter thick forest and high ridges that tower above the Minnesota River. You will also find a rock ledge that was once dynamited to allow steamboats upstream.
Explore on shore
Phyllis Voosen Wildlife Management Area, river mile 32.6-30
Faxvog Wildlife Management Area, river mile 30-28.5
Sheridan Wildlife Management Area, river mile 13.3
The river passes through several wildlife management areas, great for wildlife watching and other recreation.
Local contacts
DNR regional headquarters
21371 State Highway 15, New Ulm, MN 56073
507-233-1200
Nearest medical facilities
Avera Marshall
300 South Bruce Street, Marshall, MN 56258
507-532-9661
Carris Health
100 Fallwood Road, Redwood Falls, MN 56283
507-532-9661
A kayaker heads into a pocket of rapids.
The Redwood River in Camden State Park.
Photo by Jon Wood
