The Crookston to Fisher
segment is a long haul. Paddling from the Hwy. 75 access to Fisher's
Landing will be a long 10-hour day of continuous paddling. The river
is slow and meanders in almost complete circles. If you are at all apprehensive
about such a long trek, a small skiff with a motor is the most enjoyable
mode of transport through this section. Perhaps future improvements
to the trail will provide a few more access points and possibly some
areas to camp for the night. There are no dams along this stretch of
river; the East Grand Forks dam was modified to a rock rifle in 2003.
The river is almost always navigable, even during low flows. Fishing
is good, as catfish become more abundant and the presence of pike, walleye,
smallmouth bass, drum, and goldeye provide a diverse catch.
