Upper Midwest Rivers (MN/WI)

The rivers of Minnesota and Wisconsin wind through some of the Midwest’s most scenic landscapes. From the Mississippi headwaters at Lake Itasca to the dramatic sandstone bluffs of the St. Croix and Wisconsin Rivers, these waterways define the natural beauty of the region. They provide endless opportunities for paddling, fishing, wildlife watching, and exploring charming river towns, while also offering stunning vistas of rolling forests, valleys, and open skies.