The Mississippi River
Did you know Saint Paul has more miles of Mississippi River shoreline--26 miles--than any other city on the entire stretch of the Mississippi River? As the capital city of the headwaters state, what Saint Paul does with the river is very important.
There are a number of ways for you to enjoy the magnificent Mississippi River while visiting Saint Paul. Whether you want to be on the river, close to it or admiring it from afar there are plenty of ways for you to enjoy it.
Be on the water with a ride aboard one of the Padelford Packet Boat company's paddlewheeler boats. Lunch and dinner cruises are available as well as other narrated tours. You can stay on the river as well with the Covington Inn Bed and Breakfast located on the river at Harriet Island.
Get close to the river with miles of riverfront trails for walking, biking or rollerblading. Pause and relax on a riverside bench to admire the foilage or eagles flying overhead.
Want to admire it from afar? Head up to Mounds Park and get a beautiful panoramic of downtown Saint Paul and how the Mississippi cuts through the City.
It is the most famous river in America and a jewel in our back yard. Be sure to make it part of your visit to Saint Paul!
To take a guided tour of the river, check out these sites listed below:
http://www.magnoliablossom.net
Other links of distinction:
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area (MNRRA)
Saint Paul Riverfront Corporation
Minnesota Boat Club