St. Louis River Outpost Whitewater Center
Carlton, Minnesota
The St. Louis River Outpost Whitewater Center continues to be a favorite site for all whitewater sports. From local beginners to Olympic-caliber paddlers, the varied terrain of the St. Louis River above and below the Thompson Dam offer different levels of difficulty. The University of Minnesota-Duluth Outdoor Program operates the Outpost Visitor Center at Jay Cooke State Park. This natural log structure serves as a staging location for classes, clinics, and competition events.
The new interest in whitewater “rodeo” events has helped boost usership at the Kayak Center. Called “park and play” paddling (as opposed to longer downriver runs), the Kayak Center has proven to be a ideal site for rodeo paddling.
State Investment
$260,000 (1989)
Current Financial Operation
Operated by the University of Minnesota-Duluth Outdoor Program
Facility Specifications
Whitewater section of the St. Louis River immediately downstream from the Thompson Dam. Viewing areas, trails, spectator safety fencing. Facilities for special events.
Sports and Activities Served
- » Cycling
- » Flatwater canoeing
- » Hiking
- » In-Line Skating
- » Whitewater Kayak & Canoeing
- » Park & Play Paddling Events
- » Night Rodeo
For More Information
St. Louis River Outpost Whitewater Center
University of Minnesota Duluth Outdoor Program
121 Sports and Health Center
10 University Drive
Duluth, MN 55812-2496
(p) 218.726.6177
website: UMD Recreational Sports Outdoor Program
News/Updates
The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners has designated the Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission as the agency to screen and process grant applications for the new Hennepin Youth Sports Program. Click here to get the latest information on that program.