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- 36750 Main Park Drive Park Rapids MN 56470
- (218) 699-7251
- (218) 699-7210
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Hours:
Open year-round: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Driving Directions:
From Park Rapids, 21 miles north on U.S. 71
From Bemidji, 30 miles south on U.S. 71.
From Bagley, 21 miles south on State Hwy 92 / U.S. 200.
About Us
Come for the river, return for the pines!
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 discover centuries of natural and cultural history. Camp under the stars, or stay the night at the historic Douglas Lodge, cabins, or year-round suites. Explore Wilderness Drive past the 2,000-acre Wilderness Sanctuary, one of Minnesota's seven National Natural Landmarks.
Highlights
- Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center open year-round. Information, registration and gifts.
- Dining offered seasonally at the Douglas Lodge Restaurant and the Mary Gibbs Mississippi Headwaters Center Cafe
- Shopping offered seasonally at the Mary Gibbs Mississippi Headwaters Center Gift Shop and the Forest Inn Gift Shop
- Vehicle permit required to enter park; $7/day $35/year (motorcycle: $20/year)
Jobs
Temporary Park Specialist
Category: Accounting
Job Class: Natural Resources Specialist Parks & Trails
Job ID: 90696Location: Itasca State ParkTelework Eligible: NoFull/Part Time: Full-TimeRegular/Temporary: TemporaryWho May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekersDate Posted: 12/30/2025Closing Date: 01/20/2026Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural ResourcesDivision/Unit: DNR Parks & Trails Reg 1 / Itasca State ParkWork
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Events
Itasca Lantern Light Event
- February 14 Lantern Light Event at Itasca State Park. Come for a candlelight stroll along the Mississippi River this Valentine's Day!
- Saturday Feb 14, 2026
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