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The Mississippi River

Established in 1988, the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area includes 72 miles of the Mississippi River stretching from the cities of Dayton and Ramsey to just south of Hastings, Minnesota. [map]

The segment of the river flowing through the park has always been of major significance as a spiritual site, a place for recreation, and a tourist attraction.

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National Park Week (April 17-25, 2010)

Celebrate National Park Week

Join us as we celebrate National Park Week at the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area. The park will be offering a variety of events and family-friendly programs on and along the river. See our listing of events for more information.
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Where's Freddie - April 17th through 25th.

Where's Freddie?

In celebration of National Park Week, Freddie the Flathead Catfish, our park mascot, will be taking the week off to travel through the park. He'll be sending us daily postcards as he travels downstream. Help us identify his stops and you'll be entered in a drawing to win numerous prize packages.
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Spring Activities - Get Outdoors

Spring Activities - Get Outdoors

It's springtime in Minnesota and as our weather shifts into warmer temperatures it is time to put away the winter clothing and find the fishing tackle, bird guides, and hiking shoes. The rangers at the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area have some ideas for those that want to get outside and enjoy Minnesota's great spring weather.
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Connect with the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area via Facebook, Flickr and our RSS feeds.

Connect with the Park

Become a part of the online Mississippi National River and Recreation Area community by sharing your experiences, thoughts and images in our Facebook and Flickr groups. Stay informed and up to date on Mississippi River events, programs and issues with convenient news feeds.
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Write to

111 East Kellogg Blvd.
Suite 105
Saint Paul, MN 55101

Phone

Headquarters
(651) 290-4160

Visitor Center
(651) 293-0200

Fax

(651) 290-3214

Climate

Minnesota is known for its extremes in temperature. Winter days can sometimes get no warmer that -10 degrees F. Summer days can reach 100 degrees F. But it is a rare day that people are kept indoors because of the weather. A wide variety of recreational opportunities can be found throughout the park in any season. Plan to dress in layers, and be prepared for mosquitoes during the warm seasons.
Communities Surrounding Mississippi National River & Recreation Area
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Davenport, IA (3 min. ) Pop. 98,359
Rock Island, IL (3 min. ) Pop. 39,684
Bettendorf, IA (6 min. ) Pop. 31,275
Milan, IL (9 min. ) Pop. 5,348
Moline, IL (9 min. ) Pop. 43,768
Eldridge, IA (12 min. ) Pop. 4,159
East Moline, IL (13 min. ) Pop. 20,333
Blue Grass, IA (14 min. ) Pop. 1,169
Pleasant Valley, IA (14 min. )
Coal Valley, IL (15 min. ) Pop. 3,606
 Andalusia, IL (15 min. ) Pop. 1,050
Long Grove, IA (16 min. ) Pop. 597
Silvis, IL (16 min. ) Pop. 7,269
Carbon Cliff, IL (19 min. ) Pop. 1,689
Taylor Ridge, IL (19 min. )
Hampton, IL (21 min. ) Pop. 1,626
Walcott, IA (21 min. ) Pop. 1,528
Colona, IL (22 min. ) Pop. 5,173
Barstow, IL (23 min. )