Posts that highlight a place along the Mississippi River
Labor Day weekend is coming up, which means it time for those souped-up go-carts to race around the streets of downtown Rock Island. Fun, fun, fun. Rock Island Grand Prix
Barge and tow on a full moon night near New Albin, Iowa (October 2010). See more photos here. Barge and tow on the Mississippi River at night
The Mississippi River passes through Lake Bemidji, entering at the lake's southern end and exiting near the northeast tip. This picture shows the highway bridge over the river channel at the point where it emerges from Lake Bemidji. (taken August 2011) The Mississippi River as it leaves Lake Bemidji; northern Minnesota
The Great Alma Fishing Float: A lovely place to spend a summer day. See more Pictures of the Day here. Great Alma Fishing Float; Alma, Wisconsin
Wish I had a boathouse like this where I could retreat to on these hot days. This picture was taken near Stoddard, Wisconsin in June 2009. Boathouse on the Upper Mississippi River
McGregor (Iowa) has the nickname "Pocket City" and one look at the picture below will help you understand why. Tucked into a narrow valley that extends westward from the Mississippi River, the landscape where the town was established has helped ensure that McGregor will remain a small town. See more Pictures of the Day here.
