Check any reputable published map of rivers in Minnesota and you will see that the Mississippi originates at Lake Itasca, in the northern part of that state.

Efforts to preserve Lake Itasca led to contention with the lumber industry, public interests, and the politics that weaved between them.

Efforts to preserve Lake Itasca led to contention with the lumber industry, public interests, and the politics that weaved between them.

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A steady stream of cool, lake water pours over rocks at a state park in Northern Minnesota, the source of America’s greatest river. Lake Itasca, at the headwaters of the ...

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will partner with Friends of Itasca to host a dedication event Saturday for Itasca State Park's new amphitheater.

McFeely: Contract dispute dry docks popular Itasca State Park boat tours Boat owners say the Minnesota DNR is pushing them out. The state says new requirements fit the "traditional historic ...