Mississippi River

The Mississippi River stretches 2,340 miles through multiple states, starting at Lake Itasca and continuing to the Gulf of Mexico Delta.

Native American communities established settlements along the river banks for thousands of years before European exploration began in the 16th century.

The name Mississippi originates from the Ojibwe word Misi-ziibi, reflecting the indigenous heritage of North American waterways.

The river system supports commercial transportation, moving approximately 175 million tons of freight annually through a network of 29 locks.

The river's width varies dramatically, starting at 20 feet near Lake Itasca and expanding to 11 miles at Lake Winnibigoshish.

Address: Mississippi River, Louisiana, USA

GPS coordinates: 29.80922,-90.00765

Latest update: March 5, 2025 03:09