Father Hennepin Bluffs Park
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Minneapolis Park and Recreation 
Overview In July of that same year, however, Hennepin traveling south on the Mississippi River came upon the falls known to the Dakota as “Owahmenah” (falling water). He named the falls after his patron saint Anthony of Padua, or St. Anthony. The park is the traditional location of an ancient portage route around the St. Anthony Falls, so Hennepin may have first observed the waterfall from this park that now bears his name. The park consists of 5.5 acres and sits on a wooded bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. It is adjacent to Pillsbury Park and connected to the many parks on both sides of the river through an extensive trail system. Activities: Picnicking, walking and biking paths, scenic views to St. Anthony Falls and the Mississippi River. Hours: Dawn until dusk, unless otherwise posted. Contact Information: Call the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation at 612-230-6400. Related Activities: Biking, Hiking & Walks, Picnicking
Sites Nearby: Pillsbury Park, Stone Arch Bridge, St. Anthony Historic District, Mill Ruins Park, Nicollet Island Park, St. Anthony Falls, Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam
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Did You Know?
At Lake Onalaska, near LaCrosse WI, the Mississippi River is about 4 miles wide. The combination of water held behind Lock and Dam #7 and water held by damming the Black River form this broad reach of the Mississippi River.