Beaver Creek
Beaver Falls (PnP or 2.58 miles)
| Difficulty | II-III |
| Length | 2.5 mi |
| Avg Gradient | 30 fpm |
| Gauge | Redwood River Near Redwood Falls, Mn |
| Flow Rate as of 1 hour | 156 cfsbelow recommended |
| Reach Info Last Updated | May 9, 2010 |
River Description
Another town name with 'falls' in it prompts cyber-investigation. Size and gradient are adequate for spring and heavy-rains boating. On something this small, deadfall and snags are a serious concern. So, while the rapids may not rate higher than class II-III, you may need class IV-ish skills to avoid disaster. Beaver Falls County Park and/or Renville County Park should provide good access.
The following YouTube video (From 'MnktoDave') provides a great top-to-bottom boaters-eye-view of this stretch!
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Log in to add a reportA picture of Beaver Creek at 12.8 feet according to the DNR gauge.
There is a dedicated gauge for Beaver Creek owned by the DNR. My experience is that 9 feet and up will give you a fun ride. Bridge gauge link: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/waters/csg/site\_report.html?mode=get\_site\_report&site=25053002
Ultra-scrapey run of Beaver Creek
Ran the creek on 6/26/'10...River was at a 'sweet' level...just below the 3rd of 5 'tape' markers, on the Hwy 2 bridge 'pipe' gauge. (Downstream side).
Most all rapids are located between the Hwy 2 bridge and the next bridge in the park. A road inside the park follows both sides of the river, to this bridge. The only reason to go further downstream to the next bridge, is during the off season, when the park is closed.
the main tree blocking the stream has cut up and should float out of the way.