The Mississippi River from its humble beginning at Lake Itasca to St. Louis and beyond, is a treasured resource that we ...

Well, its headwaters are located in one of Minnesota's most storied and significant nature reserves: Itasca State Park. Itasca was established in 1891, making it Minnesota's oldest state park.

Itasca State Park has transformed into a true winter adventure hub, offering expanded overnight options for both seasoned cold-weather enthusiasts and first-time winter travelers.

Check out these fun, educational and free opportunities to get outdoors in our area's state parks, wildlife refuges and more.