Frontenac, MN

Frontenac State Park — Backpack Campsites

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About this spot

Perched on the Mississippi River, this park is a birdwatcher’s paradise, where more than 260 species have been observed. Visitors also flock here to see wildflowers, fall color, and winter beauty.

Typical weather

Mississippi River

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Mississippi River, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.33°JJanuary: average water temperature 33°F34°FFebruary: average water temperature 34°F39°MMarch: average water temperature 39°F50°AApril: average water temperature 50°F60°MMay: average water temperature 60°F70°JJune: average water temperature 70°F74°JJuly: average water temperature 74°F73°AAugust: average water temperature 73°F67°SSeptember: average water temperature 67°F52°OOctober: average water temperature 52°F41°NNovember: average water temperature 41°F34°DDecember: average water temperature 34°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 108 field-sample stations

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