Mighty Mississippi...the hard way

[John Z]

I'm looking for anyone who has completed (or planned) the "Mighty Mississippi" ride. For those unfamiliar, you can read what the IBA has to say about it here...

http://www.ironbutt.com/themerides/mightymississippi/

I'm specifically looking for tracks or routes from those that have tried to stay as close to the river as possible.
I'm working on a route now, but I'd imagine that someone has already done the legwork.

Thanks,

 

[JAORE]

There is a recognized, and signed Great River Road. It is IIRC a National Scenic Highway. I suspect it is NOT a route to make the quickest run. But it should give you a place to begin and decide where you can sacrifice some time for scenery. Good luck.

 

[chfnelson]

I did the first ride. We left out of Lake Itasca State Park (hostel), down US 71 to I-94. Then down to I-39 in WI, and south on that road to I-55. That goes all the way to NOLA. Pick up LA 23, which take you all the way to Venice. There is a gas station right at the levee, which is the recognized end.
There is a motel just north of Venice, called Lighthouse Lodge,
42256 Highway 23
Venice, LA 70091
Tel: (985) 534-2522
.
When I was there is was clean and motorcycle friendly.
There are restaurants and a motel on the other side of the levee.