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Mississippi Headwaters, Itasca State Park
Park Rapids, MN
Nature
At Lake Itasca you can walk across the Mississippi River on stepping stones where it leaves the lake. The park, Minnesota’s oldest, also has old-growth red pines and a scenic Wilderness Drive; a vehicle permit is required.
- Nearest town
- Park Rapids, MN
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 47.2396, -95.2074
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.