Mississippi National River and Recreation Area — W. Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN Hours and Location

120 W. Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN   55101Driving Directions
Phone: (651)293-0200(651)293-0200 Maps & Directions

https://www.nps.gov/miss/planyou...

National River and Recreation Area

Operating Hours & Seasons

Mississippi National River and Recreation Area

We are a partnership park that overlaps many parks (regional, city, state), other public lands, museums, and historical sites. Check with the specific park site you plan on visiting for their hours. See http://www.nps.gov/miss/planyourvisit/placestogo.htm for more information. The National Park Service does not control the visiting hours for the partner sites. Coldwater Spring (NPS) is open from 6:00 a.m. through 10:00 p.m., 365 days a year.

Standard Hours

• Sunday:Open 24 hours
• Monday:Open 24 hours
• Tuesday:Open 24 hours
• Wednesday:Open 24 hours
• Thursday:Open 24 hours
• Friday:Open 24 hours
• Saturday:Open 24 hours

Park District

Coldwater Spring (NPS)

Coldwater Spring is open from 6 am to 10 pm daily, 365 days per year.

Standard Hours

• Sunday:6:00 AM-10:00 PM
• Monday:6:00 AM-10:00 PM
• Tuesday:6:00 AM-10:00 PM
• Wednesday:6:00 AM-10:00 PM
• Thursday:6:00 AM-10:00 PM
• Friday:6:00 AM-10:00 PM
• Saturday:6:00 AM-10:00 PM

Fees & Passes

Entrance Fees:

• $0.00 - Fees
  We do not charge any fees for entrance, parking, or Ranger programs. However, some of our partner sites do and those specific sites should be contacted for more information about their fees. See http://www.nps.gov/miss/planyourvisit/placestogo.htm for contact information.

About

Local Playground, Continental River

In the middle of a bustling urban setting, this 72 mile river park offers quiet stretches for fishing, boating and canoeing. Other spots are excellent for birdwatching, bicycling and hiking. And there are plenty of visitor centers that highlight the history and science of the Mississippi River. If you are interested in the Mississippi River, this is a great place to start your exploration.

Directions

Limited metered street parking is available on nearby streets near our headquarters. Several parking ramps are available nearby including the Kellogg Square parking ramp. Visitor Centers are located in the lobby of the Science Museum of Minnesota (120 Kellogg Blvd East, St. Paul, MN) and at the Upper St. Anthony Lock and Dam (1 Portland Ave, Minneapolis, MN).

Visitor Centers

Mississippi River Visitor Center

Located in downtown St. Paul, in the lobby of the Science Museum of Minnesota, the Mississippi River Visitor Center serves as a gateway to adventure along the mighty Mississippi. Find interactive exhibits and get advice from park rangers as to things to do and places to go. Admission is free. St. Anthony Falls Visitor Center

The visitor center is located at the Upper St. Anthony Lock and Dam in Minneapolis. This seasonal visitor center will open seven days a week starting on June 11, 2017 through Labor Day and on Fridays-Sundays in September. Admission is free. Free tours are available on days the visitor center is open at 11:00 am, 1:00 and 3:00 pm. Seasonal closure begins at end of the day September 30, 2017.

Weather

Minnesota has a continental climate characterized by cold winters and warm summers. Spring brings moderate temperatures and low humidity. Summer days may reach temperatures of more than 100°F (38°C), but are usually pleasant with temperatures in the low to mid-80°F (25-30°C). Autumn brings dry, warm days, cool nights and gorgeous fall colors. Winter daytime highs are around 25°F (-3°C). Rarely, winter daytime high temperatures may not get above -10°F (-23°C), sometimes with strong winds.

Permits and Reservations Information