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Access Site MN

Sauk River, Mill Pond State Water Access Site

Sauk River

Source: minnesota_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Melrose, MN
County: Stearns County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.67920295, -94.81913850
227 3rd Ave NW, Melrose, MN 56352, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Sauk River near St. Cloud, MN Same River 29.5 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Sauk River
1 run
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I-II Downstream from here (41.4 mi to put-in) K. of C. Park to Mississippi River (4.1 miles)
4.5 mi 10 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Mill Pond offers public boat access to the Sauk River in Melrose, Stearns County. The concrete ramp accommodates both trailer launches and carry-in access for kayaks, canoes, and small motorboats. This access point provides paddlers with entry to Mill Pond and downstream sections of the Sauk River, making it suitable for recreational paddling, fishing, and exploration.

The site is publicly accessible, though specific amenities, hours, and any launch fees should be confirmed before visiting. Paddlers interested in multi-mile trips should research current water conditions and river characteristics on the Sauk River. The ramp's location near Melrose makes it a convenient starting point for both day trips and longer paddling adventures in the area.