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Middle St. Croix

Grantsburg, Minnesota · Pine County · Campground

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.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Middle St. Croix

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High54°F
Avg Low42°F
Peak Rain Chance48%
Humidity78%
UV (avg)2
Today
🌧
Rain
64°/54°
💧 32%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:54 AM ↓ 4:54 PM
Wed
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Light Rain
59°/49°
💧 48%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:55 AM ↓ 4:53 PM
Thu
🌦
Light Drizzle
49°/39°
💧 15%🌬 14mph
↑ 6:57 AM ↓ 4:51 PM
Fri
☁️
Overcast
46°/34°
🌬 9mph
↑ 6:58 AM ↓ 4:50 PM
Sat
☁️
Overcast
50°/32°
💧 2%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:59 AM ↓ 4:49 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About 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.

What to Pack for Your Stay

Tuned to the live forecast for this park.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 12 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.
  • ☔
    Rain jacket / shell
    48% chance of precipitation in the forecast.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection
    Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
  • 🛍
    Dry bags for electronics
    Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Plan Your Visit to Middle St. Croix

Heading to Middle St. Croix? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Middle St. Croix?

No central reservation system listed for Middle St. Croix. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10108260) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Middle St. Croix?

Middle St. Croix directions and information are available at https://www.nps.gov/sacn/planyourvisit/middlestcroix.htm.

How do I contact Middle St. Croix?

You can reach the park at phone: (715) 483-2274 or email: [email protected].