Far upstream and just a few miles from home at the Headwaters of the Mississippi, the river is just 3 yards wide. Where at Itasca State Park, the river is barely wide and deep enough to float a canoe.

The park’s stunning mountain scenery and serene waters make it a peaceful retreat for fishing enthusiasts. Rocks at the Mississippi River Headwaters in Itasca State Park in Minnesota. Image via ...

PARK RAPIDS — The following events are set for Saturday, Jan. 13, at Itasca State Park, 36750 Main Park Drive: An evening lantern-lit walk will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m., starting at the Jacob V.

U.S. Capitol Christmas tree will make its first public appearance on its journey to Washington, D.C. on Sunday, Nov. 2, at Itasca State Park, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources ...