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The Root River flows through the Bluff country of southeastern Minnesota and is a tributary of the Mississippi River . It is an excellent river for Canoeing . The gentle to moderate flowing river drops an average of 3.4 ft/mile from Chatfield, Minnesota , to its pour point in the Mississippi into Navigation Pool 7. The South Branch rises in , 2007 at Mystery Cave near Preston, Minnesota . The 48° water creates superb conditions for trout. The river lies within Minnesota's Driftless Area , a region which missed being glaciated during the last Ice Age , i.e., the Wisconsinian Glaciation . FISH AND WILDLIFE Many fish species such as Smallmouth Bass , Brown Trout , Rock Bass , Channel Catfish , and Crappie s inhabit the river. The Root River system provides habitat to a number of bird species. Red-tailed Hawks and Bald Eagle s can be found in the area. Blue Herons , Wild Turkeys , and Wood Ducks are also commonly seen. Numerous mammals can be spotted in the region including Deer , Gray Fox , Red Fox , Coyote s, Raccoon s, Squirrel s, and Badger s. TRAIL The Root River State Trail is a 42 mile long trail for bicycling, hiking, skating, skiing, etc. It begins in Fountain and continues through Lanesboro , Whalen , Peterson , Rushford , and Houston . 2007 FLOOD As a result of the 2007 Midwest Flooding , the river rose to 19 feet, about a foot short of the height of the Dike protecting the town of Houston .1 SEE ALSO REFERENCES EXTERNAL LINKS
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