Snake River — Mora to Pine City: Water Level Today — Can You Paddle It?
Snake River · Class II · Minnesota
Current verdict
Good to paddle
Levels are within the typical runnable range for this section.
USGS gauge 05338500 · updated Jul 9, 8:00 AM UTC
7-day flow trend
Section facts
- Difficulty
- Class II
- Length
- —
- Float time
- —
- Best months
- April–August
- Put-in
- Mora area access
- Take-out
- Pine City (Snake River access)
Reading USGS gauge 05338500 — SNAKE RIVER NEAR PINE CITY, MN ↗
FAQ
What water level is good for paddling Snake River — Mora to Pine City?
This section is generally runnable at 2.3–6.3 ft. Below that it gets too low and bony; well above the top of the range it becomes pushy and then dangerous. We compare the live USGS reading to that range to produce today's verdict.
How do I check Snake River levels?
We read USGS gauge 05338500 — the same public data USGS publishes — about every 30 minutes and compare it to the runnable range for this reach. You can also view the raw gauge yourself at waterdata.usgs.gov.
Is Snake River — Mora to Pine City good for beginners?
This section is rated Class II. At good levels it suits confident beginners and up, but it can have riffles or small rapids. Scout anything you can't see, and stay off it at high water.
When is the best time to paddle Snake River here?
Typically April–August, when flows are most reliable for this section. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt; late summer can drop too low. Always check today's gauge reading rather than assuming.