Park Lookout is an independent site, not the National Park Service. We are not affiliated with NPS. Confirm conditions on nps.gov before you go: official Mississippi National River & Recreation Area page.
Current NPS alerts (0)
NPS lists no current alerts for this site as of Oct 24, 2026, 9:57 PM ET.
Weather alerts (National Weather Service)
No active NWS watches, warnings or advisories for the forecast zone and county at the park's central point.
About this site
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.
- Type
- National River & Recreation Area
- State
- Minnesota
- Address
- Mississippi River Visitor Center, 120 Kellogg Blvd West, Saint Paul, MN 55102