Return to Itasca State Park

After a long absence, Noelle and I returned to Itasca State Park. This time we brought Sierra to explore Minnesota's oldest state park. We did some of the touristy stuff like visit the headwaters of the Mississippi River.

We waded in the not-so-mighty Mississippi's waters

and crossed the first bridge to span the river.

Then we walked the boardwalk trail back to the interpretive center and the car.

Our next stop was the short Indian Mounds Trail. As soon as we started hiking the trail,

I realized that we'd been on it before. The mounds are impressive, though difficult to see.

We then headed over to the Bearpaw Campground to set up camp. We explored the campground a bit and found our way over to the historic icehouse

and Lake Itasca. Of course we had to wade in her waters on such a beautiful day.

Upon returning to camp we made dinner. For a special after-dinner treat we made s'mores over our campfire.

It was a great way to spend some time together as a family in the great outdoors!