Zumbro River
Gathering forks that drain Rochester and the surrounding farmland, the Zumbro winds northeast then southeast through Zumbro Falls, Hammond and Millville to the Mississippi bottoms near Kellogg.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Zumbro River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 65 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Junction of its North, Middle and South forks in southeastern Minnesota |
| Mouth | Mississippi River about 4 miles east of Kellogg, Minnesota |
| State | Minnesota |
The Lake Zumbro hydroelectric dam forms Lake Zumbro.
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Zumbro River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
- Minnesota: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources ↗
Facts from Zumbro River (Wikipedia) ↗