Tag: Itasca State Park

Itasca State Park wildflower forecast 

The State of Minnesota has a very rich wildflower scene, and fortunately for those in Northwest Minnesota, Itasca State Park is one of the best places in the state to see all that Minnesota has to offer. Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox gives us a park wildflower forecast.  Itasca State Park is also known…
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May 6, 2026 0

Itasca State Park holding numerous events for Fishing Opener & Mothers Day 

Next weekend is the Minnesota Fishing Opener, and Mothers Day weekend, and Itasca State Park will be holding a number of events in conjunction with the two holidays. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox tells us more.  Cox says if you wanted to do some fishing in the park, there are some lakes where…
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April 30, 2026 0

Itasca State Park celebrating Free Parks Day this weekend 

Saturday is Free Parks Day, which means that the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving all vehicle permit fees at all 73 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas. In conjunction with Free Parks Day, many parks are also holding a number of events and activities to celebrate, including Itasca State Park. Park Naturalist Sandra…
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April 20, 2026 0

Plenty to do at Itasca State Park this Spring 

The Spring season is officially underway at Itasca State Park, which means that now’s a great time to see what the park has to offer. Itasca State Park Naturalist Sandra Lichter says spring is a great time to visit the park, as there’s something new to see each week. More information about amenities and services…
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April 15, 2026 0

Itasca State Park Update 

Spring activities were starting to ramp up at Itasca State Park, but recent snowfall will likely delay the opening of some different areas and trails in the park. Itasca State Park Naturalist Sandra Lichter says one area of the park that will have its opening date pushed back is the ever popular Wilderness Drive.  If…
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April 3, 2026 0

Spring hiking opportunities at Itasca State Park 

While it may feel a little chilly some days, the calendar has officially flipped into spring, and Itasca State Park has many different trails at your disposal for recreational activities. Itasca Lead Naturalist Connie Cox says they have multiple miles of trails for both hiking and biking.  If you’re a dog lover, you’re in luck…
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March 27, 2026 0

Itasca State Park Update 

Itasca State Park will be holding a number of free events and programs over the next couple weeks. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox tells us what they have going on in the park over the next couple weeks.  Cox also reminds park goers to start making their camping and lodging reservations, as the…
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March 11, 2026 0

Itasca State Park gearing up for Spring 

Spring is just about here and the staff at Itasca State Park says there are many different things to do in the park this time of year to celebrate the warmer temperatures. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox says one of the things to do in the park during this time of year is…
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March 4, 2026 0

Old Time Ice Harvest at Itasca State Park 

All are invited out to Itasca State Park this weekend, as they will be holding their annual Old Time Ice Harvest demonstration event. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox previews this week’s event.  For more information on Itasca State Park events and services, go to the park’s webpage on the Minnesota DNR website at…
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February 23, 2026 0

Recreational opportunities at Itasca State Park 

Temperatures are expected to remain in the double digits throughout the week, which means that now would be a good time to get outside, and enjoy the fresh air. If you want to get outside, but don’t know what you want to do, Connie Cox of Itasca State Park says they have plenty of recreational…
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February 16, 2026 0