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Making America's Best Idea Even Better
Mississippi National River and Recreation AreaA fine day to relax beside the Mississippi River in the Twin Cities.
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A slow and shallow section of Itaska.  

Did You Know?
At the headwaters of the Mississippi, the average surface speed of the water is 1.2 miles per hour. People typically walk 3 miles per hour.

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Last Updated: November 18, 2009 at 10:21 EST