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Mississippi National River & Recreation Area |
Description:
The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area is a narrow corridor of land on either side of the Mississippi River extending from Dayton, MN on the north boundary through the Minneapolis/St. Paul area and downstream to Hastings, MN.
Headquarters are located at
111 E. Kellogg Blvd (Kellogg Square)
St. Paul, MN 55101-1256
Telephone: 651-290-4160.
Designations:
National River (November 18. 1988)
National Recreation Area (November 18, 1988)
Accessibility:
Many visitor centers and trails are equipped for persons with vision, hearing and mobility problems. Call ahead for specific information.
The National Park Service has worked with Wilderness Inquiry to post information on accessibility for visitor destinations within the park boundaries. Check the website for specific information.
Getting Around:
If you are visiting the entire 72 mile length of the park, automobile is the most convenient. But for short hops, it is fun to bike, hike, canoe, kayak, use public transportation.
During the winter months, many bicycle and walking trails are transformed to cross country ski trails. Many local parks and commercial facilities rent skis and snowshoes for use within the area.
Activites:
Auto_Touring | Biking | Boating | Climbing | Educational Programs | Fishing | Hiking | Swimming | Wilderness Area | Wildlife Viewing | Snow Skiing | Bird Watching | Nature Walks | Kayaking | Cross Country Skiing | Snowshoeing | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Restaurant or Snack Bar | Picnic Areas | Groceries or Supplies | Comfort Stations | Museum Exhibits | Fuel | Tours & Guided Activities | Medical Services | And more.
Directions to Mississippi National River & Recreation Area
Plane:
The Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport is the hub airport for Northwest Airlines but is also served by other airlines including SunCountry, Delta, Frontier and others.
Car:
Interstates 35 and 94 meet in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. Locally, county and state highways as well as local streets all offer ways to get to the river for either a view from above or to a local park or visitor center.
Public Transportation
City buses provide transportation within the corridor. Service is especially convenient to activities located near near the downtown areas of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Attractions:
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Phone:952.854.5900
Nearby Parks:
Saint Croix National Scenic River
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore (200 miles)
Voyageurs National Park (300 miles)
Isle Royale National Park (300 miles)
Pipestone National Monument (200 miles)
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