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  • Talon mine proposal: An Indigenous perspective

    Talon mine proposal: An Indigenous perspective

    Mille Lacs Band leader says a nearby nickel mine proposal puts Ojibwe people at risk.

  • Wiigiwaaman and memories: Ojibwe village helps keep tribal history and culture alive

    Wiigiwaaman and memories: Ojibwe village helps keep tribal history and culture alive

    Tribal members build replica village to honor ancestors and remember roots.

  • Proposed nickel mine near St. Croix tributaries now open for public input

    Proposed nickel mine near St. Croix tributaries now open for public input

    Talon Mine proposal raises concerns about water pollution and other impacts.

  • Afton State Park phenology, August 21 to 27

    Afton State Park phenology, August 21 to 27

    August 21, 2026

    Prairie birds prepare to bid farewell and squirrels are storing seeds and nuts.

  • Hwy 243 Osceola Bridge construction starts soon

    Hwy 243 Osceola Bridge construction starts soon

    August 21, 2026

    Bridge will close to traffic in mid-October for approximately one year, shorter than earlier estimate.

  • Part 3: ‘Girl Reporter’ goes canoeing on the St. Croix River in 1921

    Part 3: ‘Girl Reporter’ goes canoeing on the St. Croix River in 1921

    August 14, 2026

    Groundbreaking journalist and her friends complete their journey with final stops in Marine and Stillwater.

  • Afton State Park phenology, August 7 to August 13

    Afton State Park phenology, August 7 to August 13

    August 7, 2026

    Monarchs make first moves toward migration while late season blossoms bloom.

  • Part 2: ‘Girl Reporter’ goes canoeing on the St. Croix River in 1921

    Part 2: ‘Girl Reporter’ goes canoeing on the St. Croix River in 1921

    August 7, 2026

    The future friend of Eleanor Roosevelt encountered sand and deadheads that made her group’s trip difficult.

  • Afton State Park phenology, July 31 to August 6

    Afton State Park phenology, July 31 to August 6

    July 31, 2026

    The days of grasshoppers and hummingbirds.

  • Minnesota DNR reports heightened fish mortality during prolonged heat

    Minnesota DNR reports heightened fish mortality during prolonged heat

    July 31, 2026

    Hot weather and warm water have led to fish kills across the state.

  • Minnesota’s ‘Girl Reporter’ wrote of St. Croix River canoeing years before befriending Eleanor Roosevelt

    Minnesota’s ‘Girl Reporter’ wrote of St. Croix River canoeing years before befriending Eleanor Roosevelt

    July 31, 2026

    Minneapolis Tribune published humorous report on a weekend trip down the river by Lorena Hickok in 1921.

  • Afton State Park phenology, July 17 to 23

    Afton State Park phenology, July 17 to 23

    July 16, 2026

    Moth Week starts soon, encouraging everyone to enjoy these overlooked insects.

  • Presentation proposals invited for St. Croix River Research Rendezvous

    Presentation proposals invited for St. Croix River Research Rendezvous

    July 16, 2026

    Scientists are invited to share a wide variety of research topics related to the St. Croix River basin.

  • Osceola bridge access closes on Minnesota side starting July 20

    Osceola bridge access closes on Minnesota side starting July 20

    July 16, 2026

    Round construction at Minnesota highway intersection will cut off access to bridge and boat landing.

  • Afton State Park phenology, July 10 to 16

    Afton State Park phenology, July 10 to 16

    July 10, 2026

    Summer is still sweet as the season progresses.

  • St. Croix County withdraws support for Lake Mallalieu drawdown

    St. Croix County withdraws support for Lake Mallalieu drawdown

    July 9, 2026

    Board halts proposal for now over threats to river and lack of information.

  • Minnesota DNR encourages boaters to be courteous, remember waterways are shared resources

    Minnesota DNR encourages boaters to be courteous, remember waterways are shared resources

    July 3, 2026

    Officials say public water users should think of how activities affect other people and the environment.

  • Afton State Park Phenology, July 3rd to 9

    Afton State Park Phenology, July 3rd to 9

    July 3, 2026

    Creatures large and small are growing up in the woods, prairies, and waters of the park.

  • Taylors Falls boat company celebrates 120 years of St. Croix River tours

    Taylors Falls boat company celebrates 120 years of St. Croix River tours

    July 3, 2026

    Business founded by a teenager in 1906 continues its tradition four generations later.

  • Temporary dam drawdown threatens to flush significant sediment into St. Croix River

    Temporary dam drawdown threatens to flush significant sediment into St. Croix River

    June 26, 2026

    Lake association proposes solution to mud accumulation, but opponents say it would simply send pollution downstream.

  • No tern-ing back: Exploring the Gordon Flowage and visiting the creatures that call it home

    No tern-ing back: Exploring the Gordon Flowage and visiting the creatures that call it home

    June 19, 2026

    Come along on for a magical morning on the upper St. Croix, accompanied by endangered birds.

  • Reminder: River film contest seeks entries

    Reminder: River film contest seeks entries

    June 12, 2026

    Create a five-minute or shorter film about the river by August 1 to qualify for cash prizes and inclusion in screenings.

  • Down the river in the dark

    Down the river in the dark

    June 5, 2026

    Night on the St. Croix provides a feast for all the senses except sight.

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  • Proposed nickel mine near St. Croix tributaries now open for public input
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  • Wiigiwaaman and memories: Ojibwe village helps keep tribal history and culture alive
  • No tern-ing back: Exploring the Gordon Flowage and visiting the creatures that call it home

Current Water Levels:

St. Croix Falls

  • Temperature: 76.64 ° F
  • Streamflow: 1230 ft³/s
  • Gage height: 2.38 ft

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