Population (2010) N/A Introduction Lake Itasca may be the source of the Mississippi, but the true Headwaters of the Mississippi River is the dense web of lakes and streams in northern Minnesota: Leech Lake, Mille Lacs, Swan River, Big Sandy Lake, Crow Wing River, plus hundreds of other bodies
Population (2010) 13,431 Introduction Bemidji, the First City on the Mississippi (the official slogan!), is a small but vibrant city with an active arts scene and enough outdoors activities to get a couch potato outside any time of year. Visitor Information Get your questions answered
Population (2010) N/A Introduction Itasca State Park is one of the crown jewels of the Mississippi River region, and not just because the Mississippi River begins here. The park offers excellent outdoors experiences, historic lodges, and is fun to visit any time of year. Don't forget to check out
Population (2010) 374 Introduction Nelson is another crossroads town that most people zip through, except maybe for a stop at the cheese factory, but there are other reasons to get out of your car and explore, too. Visitor Information You can contact the village clerk (715.673.4804),
Population (2010) 2,521 Introduction Known for bald eagles and the Grumpy Old Men movies, Wabasha is a pleasant river town and an enjoyable place to kick back and watch the world float by. Wabasha is also among the few towns where the riverfront is undisturbed by railroad tracks, so
Population (2010) 456 Introduction Located in the Zumbro River delta with the Mississippi River, the village of Kellogg is within close proximity to a number of wildlife areas. Visitor Information Direct your questions to the Wabasha-Kellogg Convention and Visitors Bureau (in Wabasha at 137 Main
