• Canoeists paddle by tree lined shores

    Saint Croix

    National Scenic Riverway WI,MN

  • Raspberry Landing Closed

    The road to Raspberry Landing in Burnett County, Wisconsin, washed out during recent heavy rains and the landing is currently inaccessible. Continue to check this website for updates.

  • High Water Due To Recent Rainfall

    Recent rainfall has raised water levels dramatically. The St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers are flowing high, fast and cold. Take extra precautions while on the water. Additional rainfall over the next few days could raise the rivers even further.

  • Osceola Picnic Area Closed Due To High Water

    The Osceola Picnic Area is currently closed due to flooding. The restrooms in the picnic area, as well as the restrooms and public drinking water at Osceola Landing are also closed at this time.

Film & Photography Permits

Commercial Filming and Photography

The very nature of the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers make them enticing backgrounds for filming and photography. In order to preserve and protect these resources, and to assure the enjoyment of these resources by the public, the following guidelines are established as they relate to filming and photographic activities within the National Scenic Riverway.

Generally, permits are not required for:

  • Visitors using cameras and/or recording devices for their own personal use.
  • Sound technicians, and film or video news crews at breaking news events. News media wishing to access the Riverway for entertainment or scheduled purposes may require a permit.
  • NPS filming or photography, Department of the Interior Audiovisual Center filming or filming/photography done pursuant to a cooperative agreement or contract.

Filming or photography intended for commercial public viewing or advertising, including but not limited to, commercial still photography, motion picture photography, television commercials and/or videotaping, will require a permit. To apply for a permit, complete either the still photography or the commercial filming application form and submit it to the permit coordinator. Please remember to allow sufficient time for evaluation by the park staff before the start date of the proposed activity. Also, there is a $100.00 non-refundable application fee which must accompany all applications for commercial filming and photography. If filming application is approved, additional costs may apply.

For more information on Commercial Filming and Photography; Contact permit specialist at 715-483-2261 or via email.

Did You Know?

Two mussels or clams on sand.  They are yellowish brown with greenish stripes

St. Croix National Scenic Riverway is home to 40 species of native mussels.  Throughout the United States their populations are considered highly threatened.  The Higgins Eye Pearly mussel is on the endangered species list.