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Mississippi National River and Recreation AreaRacing shells and rowers are often seen on the Mississippi River during the summer.
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Mississippi National River and Recreation Area
Mississippi River Trail

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The wide Mississippi River  

Did You Know?
At Lake Onalaska, near LaCrosse Wisconsin, the Mississippi River is about 4 miles wide. Mississippi River water held behind Lock and Dam #7 and water held by damming the Black River form this broad reach of the Mississippi River.

Last Updated: June 15, 2009 at 11:55 EST