State park
Itasca State Park
62 locals recommend
Tips from locals
Jennifer
February 6, 2022
Visit the headwaters of the Mississippi river at this historic state park
Matt
August 11, 2021
Itasca offers hiking/biking trails as well as the headwaters of the Mississippi River.
Katy
September 1, 2018
If you haven't walked across the headwaters of the Mississippi, then this is your chance! Grab a photo walking across the iconic stepping stones where the Mississippi begins! Great for hiking and walking on paved trails. They have bike and boat rentals. Definitely a must see!
Eric
August 3, 2014
One of our favorite places to spend the day. Source of the Mississippi River
Philip & Sarah
February 23, 2022
Itasca State Park is a well maintained Park, with miles of paved biking or hiking trails. A short hike from the visitor center leads to the source of the Mississippi River, where our kids love to wade in the Mississippi. The picnic areas are an awesome place for picnics. There is loop Road around a large portion of the park that is a very scenic drive. Near the end of the one-way loop, there is a parking area and a trail that leads to a fire tower. While the climb to the top can leave you feeling a bit queasy, the view is worth it! Our kids love it!
Itasca State Park is a well maintained Park, with miles of paved biking or hiking trails. A short hike from the visitor center leads to the source of the Mississippi River, where our kids love to wade in the Mississippi. The picnic areas are an awesome place for picnics. There is loop Road around a…
Location
36750 Main Park Drive
Park Rapids, MN