Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway

Usual hours

• Mon–Sun 0:00–0:00

From 56 published days, 2026-10-21 to 2026-12-15; community-mapped.

About

Entrance / day-use fee applies.

This park's official page lists: Picnic areas.

This park's official page lists: Store / concessions.

At the park

• Camping activity
• Hunting activity
• Wildlife & bird watching scenic feature
• Hiking trails trail
• Fishing water
• Paddling (kayak/canoe) water

Before you go

Limits

A: Open fires at campsites and picnic areas are permitted, but only in steel fire rings or grills provided by the Riverway, or in barbecues and cooking grills brought from home

Limits

Yes, service dogs are legally permitted anywhere in a park that visitors can go

Park alert: Increased Bear Activity in the Riverway

Bears have been seen approaching campsites in the Riverway in search of food. Store all food, garbage, and scented items in bear‑resistant containers, locked vehicles, or properly hung bags. Food should never be stored in tents. Stay alert and report safety concerns to 1‑800‑PARK‑TIP

⚠ Park closure: North Parking Lot at Osceola Landing to Close for Bridge Construction

The northernmost parking lot and co-located boat ramps at Osceola Landing will close week of 9/14 as part of the Hwy 243 Osceola Bridge replacement project. The parking lot and boat ramps will be used as a staging area and river access point for construction equipment for the duration of the Hwy 243 bridge replacement project. During this time, the rest of Osceola Landing will be open for visitor use including alternative parking lots, restrooms, picnic shelters, trail, and other river access points.

Getting there

The St. Croix National Scenic Riverway stretches for over 200 miles in northwest Wisconsin and east-central Minnesota. The Namekagon River flows entirely in Wisconsin while the St. Croix River serves as a border between the two states for much of its length. With many different access points there are numerous opportunities for day trips as well as multi-day paddling adventures. Visitor centers are located on the Namekagon River in Trego, Wisconsin, and on the St. Croix River in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin.

Weather & when to go

Access to the Riverway is year-round. Early spring temperatures can reach into the 40's resulting in high, fast, and cold water from melting snow and ice. Summers are warm and humid. Severe weather can be experienced anytime from mid-spring through late summer. Fall colors begin in late September with high temperatures averaging in the 60's. Winter can set in early with high temperatures in the teens, lows falling below zero, and occasional heavy snow. The rivers can begin to freeze over by early December.

Visitor center

Namekagon River Visitor Center — Hours of operation are Thursdays through Mondays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Memorial Day through Labor Day. — From U.S. Highway 53, take the U.S. Highway 63 Trego exit. Drive approximately one-half mile to the visitor center which is on the right. Follow the signs for the Namekagon River Visitor Center. From U.S. Highway 63 coming west, drive approximately 4 miles past Earl, Wisconsin. The Namekagon River Visitor Center is on the left. Follow the signs for the Namekagon River Visitor Center.

Visitor center

Namekagon River Visitor Center

Visitor center

Namekagon River Visitor Center

Visitor center

Namekagon River Visitor Center

Visitor center

Namekagon River Visitor Center

Visitor center

Park Store

Visitor center

St. Croix River Visitor Center

Visitor center

St. Croix River Visitor Center

Visitor center

St. Croix River Visitor Center

Visitor center

St. Croix River Visitor Center

Visitor center

St. Croix River Visitor Center — This facility is open to the public everyday 10 am - 5 pm from mid-April through October. — From U.S. Highway 8, turn north on Wisconsin Highway 87 (Washington Street). Drive through downtown St. Croix Falls to Massachusetts Street. Turn west (left) to the corner of Massachusetts and Hamilton Streets. From Wisconsin Highway 87, drive south past Lion's Park. Turn west (right) on Massachusetts Street to the corner of Massachusetts and Hamilton Streets.

Facilities on the park map

2 bench, 2 changing table, 2 defibrillator, 2 first aid kit, 2 picnic area, 8 restroom, 11 visitor information, 2 water fountain.

Where to stay

• Middle St. Croix 57, primitive, Leave No Trace campsites are located on the St. Croix River from Riverside Landing to Highway 8 at St. Croix Falls - Taylors Falls. All sites are free. No permit required. Camp only in designated sites marked with brown camping sign and metal fire ring. Sites are available first-come, first-served. · 57 campsites · Accessibility: The primitive camping sites are not ADA accessible.
• Namekagon District 67, primitive, Leave No Trace camp sites are located on the Namekagon River from Namekagon Dam to the confluence of the St Croix River and on the St. Croix River from Gordon Dam to Riverside Landing. All sites are free. No permit required. Camp only in designated sites marked with brown camping sign and metal fire ring. Sites are available first-come, first-served. · 67 campsites · Accessibility: The primitive camping sites are not ADA accessible.
• Lower St. Croix District 19, primitive, Leave No Trace campsites are located on this reach from below Highway 8 down to the Boom Site Landing near Stillwater, Minnesota. An annual camping permit is required to camp. The District also consists of Minnesota and Wisconsin state park properties with campgrounds. · 19 campsites · Accessibility: The primitive camping sites are not ADA accessible.