Itasca State Park Tours

Photo by Deanna Gjerde
Photo by Deanna Gjerde
Photo by Deanna Gjerde
Photo by Deanna Gjerde
Photo by Deanna Gjerde
Photo by Deanna Gjerde
With its untouched landscapes and native plant and animal life, Itasca State Park lures lots of outdoor enthusiasts. Do some research before you visit to find out what activities are available here.

This protected natural landscape is on the to-do lists of many visitors to Park Rapids. But Itasca State Park isn't the area's only drawcard. Lake Itasca, Mississippi Headwaters, and Red Pine Trail are some other worthwhile attractions nearby.

Popular places to visit

Lake Itasca

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Itasca during your travels in Park Rapids. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Lake Itasca

Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center

Explore the great outdoors at Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Park Rapids. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center

Mississippi Headwaters

Explore the great outdoors at Mississippi Headwaters, a lovely green space in Park Rapids. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Mississippi Headwaters

Itasca State Park

You can take time to visit Itasca State Park during your travels to Park Rapids. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Itasca State Park

Heart Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Heart Lake during your travels in Bagley.

Heart Lake

Boot Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Boot Lake during your travels in Park Rapids. Wander the parks and riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Boot Lake

Best Lodging Options Near Itasca State Park

{Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park

{Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park

Shevlin MN
{Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park
{Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park

{Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park

Shevlin MN
{Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park
{Big Timbers} Cabin next to North Entrance to Itasca State park

{Big Timbers} Cabin next to North Entrance to Itasca State park

Shevlin MN
{Big Timbers} Cabin next to North Entrance to Itasca State park
PRIVATE ISLAND!! Bad Medicine Lake! Large cabin with all the comforts of home!

PRIVATE ISLAND!! Bad Medicine Lake! Large cabin with all the comforts of home!

Ponsford MN
PRIVATE ISLAND!! Bad Medicine Lake! Large cabin with all the comforts of home!
Pristine Log Cabin on 600' of Lake Shore.

Pristine Log Cabin on 600' of Lake Shore.

Bagley MN
Pristine Log Cabin on 600' of Lake Shore.
The Northwoods at Lake George, MN

The Northwoods at Lake George, MN

Lake George MN
The Northwoods at Lake George, MN
Beautiful 4 Bedroom Eagle Lake Home

Beautiful 4 Bedroom Eagle Lake Home

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Beautiful 4 Bedroom Eagle Lake Home
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Lake Country Home in the Pines Is A Relaxing Vacation Getaway

Park Rapids MN
Lake Country Home in the Pines Is A Relaxing Vacation Getaway
Whispering Pines Lakeside Retreat

Whispering Pines Lakeside Retreat

Park Rapids MN
Whispering Pines Lakeside Retreat
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