Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota)
Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, Washington County, MN
Point-to-point trail in Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, Washington County, MN. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 337.2 mi (542.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,461 ft (1,055 m)
- Est. Time
- 31 hr 30 min
- High point
- 1,217 ft (371 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Reno south prairie 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Mississippi River Lookout 31 mi (49.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Great River Bluffs State park Bicycle Campground 33.8 mi (54.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Pla-Mor Campground 41.7 mi (67.2 km) from start
- Shelter 49.4 mi (79.5 km) from start
- Historic site: USCGC Winona 50.1 mi (80.6 km) from start
- Emergency phone 50.7 mi (81.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Prairie Island Campground 54.3 mi (87.3 km) from start
- Attraction: National Eagle Center 88.4 mi (142.3 km) from start
- Shelter 101.7 mi (163.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Fallen Officer Shawn Schneider Memorial 102.9 mi (165.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Purple Heart Monument 120.1 mi (193.2 km) from start
- Historic site: The Sea Wing Disaster 120.2 mi (193.5 km) from start
- Bike repair station 120.3 mi (193.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Veterans Memorial Levee Park 145.6 mi (234.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Spiral Bridge Monument 145.6 mi (234.4 km) from start
- Bike repair station 151.6 mi (244 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Spring Lake Overlook 152.1 mi (244.8 km) from start
- Campsite: osprey 155.2 mi (249.8 km) from start
- Campsite: hawk 155.3 mi (249.9 km) from start
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Questions about Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota)
How long is Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota)?
Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota) is 337.2 mi (542.7 km) long. Most people take about 31 hr 30 min. It climbs 3,461 ft (1,055 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,217 ft (371 m).
How hard is Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota)?
14 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota)?
Drinking water on the way at 160.4 mi (258.1 km), 176.2 mi (283.6 km), 176.2 mi (283.6 km), 176.4 mi (283.9 km). Toilets: 33.9 mi (54.5 km), 82.1 mi (132.1 km), 120.2 mi (193.4 km). 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota) shaded?
Partly shaded (30% under trees).
What can you do on Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota)?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota)?
2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota)?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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