How to Get There
From Grand Rapids, MN, go 2 miles west on U.S. Hwy 2, turn left at signs.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Recreation AreaRecreation.gov
Mississippi River Headwaters - Pokegema Lake
Cohasset, Minnesota · Itasca County
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47.25106, -93.58622
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Weather at Mississippi River Headwaters - Pokegema Lake
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Fog
87°/63°
💧 6%🌬 10mph
↑ 5:46 AM ↓ 8:55 PM
Mon
Overcast
89°/67°
💧 3%🌬 11mph
↑ 5:47 AM ↓ 8:54 PM
Tue
Overcast
95°/66°
💧 2%🌬 16mph
↑ 5:48 AM ↓ 8:53 PM
Wed
Overcast
101°/64°
💧 4%🌬 14mph
↑ 5:49 AM ↓ 8:51 PM
Thu
Thunderstorm
86°/66°
💧 24%🌬 15mph
↑ 5:50 AM ↓ 8:50 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to Mississippi River Headwaters - Pokegema Lake
Heading to Mississippi River Headwaters - Pokegema Lake? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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