The Headwaters Inn — Itasca State Park

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Situated within Itasca State Park, The Headwaters Inn operates as a tent-only lodging option with a nightly rate of $85, placing it at the higher end of Minnesota state park camping. No RVs or pets are permitted. Open terrain defines the layout, so campers should expect limited shade cover. Campfires are allowed. Reservations are available, which is worth noting given Itasca's draw as the headwaters of the Mississippi River. The Itasca State Park Campground sits 0.1 miles south and may suit campers wanting a more traditional or lower-cost site.

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Map & DirectionsThe Headwaters Inn is located in Minnesota near Shevlin

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Address

36750 Main Park Drive
Park Rapids, MN 56470

Coordinates

47.234804 N
95.196595 W

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Are fires allowed at The Headwaters Inn — Itasca State Park?

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