Mississippi River towns in Minnesota
Mesabi Iron Range
Get to know the Mesabi Iron Range, which borders the Mississippi River at it southeastern end.
Sandy Lake
Population (2010) N/A Introduction Some places are special and have been for a long time, maybe because they have a reliable and diverse supply of food and offer predictable shelter, or perhaps because the place is imbued with supernatural qualities. Or maybe it’s just the food and shelter. Regardless,
Grand Rapids
Population (2010) 10,869 Introduction Grand Rapids is at the hub of a fascinating area: on the southwestern edge of the Mesabi Iron Range, in the middle of the pine forests and the northern Minnesota resort scene, and along the Mississippi River where it finally begins to turn south. Grand
The Land of Lakes: Bemidji to Grand Rapids
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
Bemidji
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
Itasca State Park
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