Mississippi National River & Recreation Area

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The Mississippi River

Used by Native Americans for trade, food, and water supply long before Europeans visited the “New World,” the Mississippi River and its watershed have shaped the continent and its cultures. Today, the "Father of Waters" is still a powerful force of nature. It is used by millions of people for drinking water, a playground, a shipping lane, and a political boundary. Although it is heavily influenced by human controls, it remains a haven for millions of plants, animals and other living things that thrive in its embrace.

Places to Go

The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area was established by Congress in 1988. Its boundaries include a 72-mile stretch of Mississippi River from Ramsey and Dayton in the north to just south of Hastings. Within this corridor there are many parks, agencies, organizations and communities intimately tied to the Mississippi River.
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Freddie the Flathead Catfish and a park ranger at the Mississippi Visitor Center with guests.

Mississippi River Visitor Center

Located in downtown St. Paul, just off the lobby of the Science Museum of Minnesota, the Mississippi River Visitor Center serves as a gateway to adventure along the Mighty Mississippi. Operated by the National Park Service and staffed with park rangers, the Visitor Center is free and open to the public.
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Mississippi Discovery Pack

Check out a FREE, fun Mighty Mississippi Discovery Backpack at three Metro river parks. Discovery Backpacks include everything needed to explore the park and the Mississippi River including activity cards, binoculars, magnifying lenses, bird calls, easy-to-use nature guides, and
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Write to

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

E-mail Us

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.


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Mississippi National River & Recreation Area

Mississippi National River & Recreation Area Information