Minnesota · Unknown Co.

Big Fork River

· 171 mi · Class
Optimal: 375–1100 CFS · USGS #05132000
730 avg
1,400CFS
4.94 ft gauge height
Above Optimal
→Stable
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 730 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #05132000
Designated Water Trail · State

The Big Fork River flows north to the Rainy River. The low-lying river valley is pastoral in places and wild in others, with excellent fishing for walleye, northern pike and muskie.

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