Minnesota · Unknown Co.
Red River of the North
· 403 mi · Class
Optimal: 1450–4400 CFS · USGS #05227500
2,610CFS
6.52 ft gauge height
Optimal→Stable
Avg flow: 2,928 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #05227500
Designated Water Trail · State
The Red River of the North flows northward 550 miles from its source in Breckenridge, Minnesota to Lake Winnipeg in Canada. The river winds through the hearts of cities including Fargo, Moorhead, and Grand Forks. The Red River Valley created the border between Minnesota and North Dakota. This river was a key trade route for the Hudson's Bay Company, and contributed to the settlement of British North America.
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