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Established in 1891, Itasca is Minnesota's oldest state park . Today, the park totals more than 32,000 acres and includes more than 100 lakes. Walk across the mighty Mississippi as it starts its winding journey 2,552 miles to the Gulf of Mexico. Stand under towering pines and visit landmarks of centuries gone by throughout the park . Camp under the stars or stay the night in one of our 45 overnight units. Explore Wilderness Drive past the 2,000-acre Wilderness Sanctuary, one of Minnesota's seven National Natural Landmarks.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/park.html?id=spk00181

Photos and details on the various rentable rooms, clubhouses, cabins, and other lodging opportunities available at Minnesota's Itasca State Park .
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/itasca/lodging/index.html

Take a snapshot virtual tour of Itasca State Park to help plan your visit to the park !
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/virtual_tour/itasca/dialup.html

Itasca State Park is home to the headwaters of the Mighty Mississippi River. Check out the Mississippi River webcam on the headwaters, and learn more about the river.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/itasca/headwaters.html

A selection of SNAs recommended for virtual visiting
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/snas/connect-minnesotas-wild-places.html

Read along with audio recordings used in exhibits at Itasca State Park .
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/itasca/itasca-exhibits.html

Listing of archery, firearm and muzzleloader special deer hunts authorized by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/hunting/deer/special-deer-hunts.html

Links to Minnesota state parks and recreation areas with accessible campsites, lodging and trails.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/accessible_outdoors/parks/highlights.html

Sometimes it can be hard to figure out what to pack, especially if you haven't done a lot of camping before. This checklist is a good starting point for most people.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/stay_overnight/packing101.html

Information on Minnesota state park fees.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/fees.html

Panoramic and snapshot virtual tours of Minnesota's state parks , recreation areas, trails and water trails. Explore from home!
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/virtual_tours.html

This page lists all the final reports from research on ecological communities funded and/or supported by the Nongame Wildlife Program and/or the Natural Heritage and Nongame Research Program.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/eco/nongame/projects/research_reports/communities.html

Learn about the many scientific research and monitoring projects conducted in Minnesota's state parks . This research increases our collective understanding of natural and cultural resources, and often leads to insights that can be used to manage them more effectively in the future.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/parks_trails/pat-resource-management/research.html

Our seasonal web cams include the EagleCam and the FalconCam.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/features/webcams/index.html

Sometimes your bike needs some TLC along the trail. We've got you covered - there are now over 30 free bicycle tune-up stations along Minnesota state trails and in the state parks !
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/biking/tuneup/index.html

Your perfect summer job may be waiting for you in a Minnesota state park or recreation area - and we are hiring! Get job descriptions and application links here.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/careers/seasonal-positions-state-parks-trails.html

Eight Minnesota state parks have group centers designed to hold large day use or overnight gatherings. All group centers have dining areas, kitchens and bathrooms, and some have staff quarters, craft buildings and other facilities. Rent one just for the day, or stay overnight.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/group_centers.html

Facts and trivia about Minnesota state parks , recreation areas and waysides, including the years they were established.
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/faq/mnfacts/state_parks.html

Information about the all-terrain, electric powered track chairs available for use in several Minnesota state parks .
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/track-chairs.html

Many Minnesota state parks have cabins and guesthouses that you can reserve. Come find out more and plan the trip of a lifetime!
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/lodging/index.html