In the middle of a bustling urban setting, this 72 mile river park offers quiet stretches for fishing, boating and canoeing, birdwatching, bicycling, and hiking. And there are plenty of visitor centers and trails that highlight the fascinating human history of the Mississippi River. This a great place to start your exploration of this important river.
What you’ll hear
5 places to explore in this park.
- Fort Snelling State Park
- Hidden Falls Regional Park
- Minnehaha Falls Regional Park
- Mississippi Gateway Regional Park
- Wicaḣapi
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