White signs painted with green wheels that mark the entire length of the route. When traveling through so many states weather may be unpredictable so make sure that you pack for every eventuality and check the weather each day before hitting the road or site seeing. Here is one in each state that may peak your interest.

Fort Snelling Minnesota– Built in the 1820’s this fort was once the western most fort on the frontier. You can take a tour of this fort and see some old fashioned demonstrations.
Nelson Dewy State Park and Stonefield Historic site- Wisconsin Nelson Dewy State Park offers visitors a great view of the Mighty Mississippi from a cliff, while the Stonefield historic site let’s the whole family experience what a farming village in Wisconsin was like in the 1800s.

Buffalo Bill Museum– Iowa Here you will not only learn something about the legendary Buffalo Bill’s Life, you will also learn a lot about the history of the Mississippi and steamboats that travel up and down the mighty river.

Chain of Rocks Bridge– Illinois Although this bridge is closed especially to car traffic, it is still worth viewing when making your way along the Mississippi.