The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area provides the press with valuable resources, such as contact information, story ideas, and photographic resources. Background information about the park is available.
Stories, Photographs, and Contacts Media representatives may find the following suggested stories and story ideas of use. Each article includes photographs and contact information for interviews, quotes, and background information.
Photograph Gallery Captioned photographs may be viewed and downloaded from the Photograph Gallery, including high resolution color and black and white photos suitable for printing.
Photography Opportunities Find our recommendations for great places for photography within the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area.
Things to do in an Afternoon Looking for a way to experience the Mississippi River, but don't have a lot of time? Visitor our recommended activities and places to go for short visits.
Facts About the Mississippi River Find general information and facts about the Mississippi River, the Mississippi River Watershed, wildlife and more.
Did You Know?
At Lake Itasca, the river is so shallow, children can walk across the Mississippi. Between Governor Nicholls Wharf and Algiers Point in New Orleans, the Mississippi is more than 200 feet deep.