A number of archeological sites occur along river. Moderate floating and fishing use. 1982 S, R, G Forms the west proclamation boundary of Superior National Forest and has 30 percent Forest Service ownership. A northern river flowing through a heavily forested watershed. It flows through many marsh and swamp areas interspersed with pine and spruce forests.
Parts have steep rapids and falls and pass through spectacular gorges.
Warm water fishing generally good. Offers an excellent wilderness canoe trip. Has some difficult rapids. Popular for canoeing, fishing, wild rice gathering, and waterfowl hunting. S A relatively gentle river flowing through a fairly flat watershed with a few rolling hills.