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The Mighty Mississippi River
The Mississippi River, flowing approximately
2,350 miles from Lake Itasca to the Gulf of Mexi-
co, has long been one of the defining natural fea-
tures of the United States.
The Ojibwe Indians of northern Minnesota called
it "Messipi" or "Big River" and it was also known
as "Mee -zee -see -bee" or "Father of Waters".
The shorelines in Cottage Grove are part of the
II Mississippi National River and Recreation Area
j+ (National Park System). In the middle of a bus-
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x tling urban setting, this 72 mile river park offers
quiet stretches for fishing, boating and canoeing,
birdwatching, bicycling, and hiking. And there
are plenty of visitor centers and trails that high-
:. f light the fascinating human history ofthe Missis-
sippi River.
Mississippi River Canoe Trail
Points of Interest
1. Hazen P Mooer Park
2. Grey Cloud Dunes
(MN DNR Scientific and Natural Area)
3. Grey Cloud Bridge
4. Dakotah Burial Mounds
5. Historic Lime Kiln
6. La Bathe Settlers Island
7. Grey Cloud Slough Light