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B & B Olympic Bowl
Address: Hwy 52
City:
Preston
State:
MN
Phone:
507-765-2522
Website:
www.bandbbowlandrestaurant.com
Category:
Eating & Drinking, Minnesota, Preston, Recreational
Tags:
Bar, Bowling
Description:

Great Fun…Great Food.Restaurant, lounge, and automatic scoring and spacious bowling area,

Bluff Country Hiking Club
City:
Chatfield
State:
MN
Website:
www.bluffcountryhikingclub.org
Category:
Chatfield, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags:
Hiking
Description:

Lost Creek Hiking Trail is about 6.35 miles long one way. It is located west of Chatfield with parking access at Groen Park Trailhead (Co. Rd. 2) and at the Ninebark Road Trailhead (Co. Rd. 101).

Cedar Summerstock Theater
City:
Osage
State:
IA
Phone:
763-312-8319
Website:
cedarsummerstock.org
Category:
Attractions, Iowa, Osage, Recreational
Tags:
Theater
Description:

Bringing together talented college students from across the country to work within a rural community to build their own musical theater skills while also learning how to engage the community with the performing arts. Visit the website to see upcoming shows.

Cedar Valley Resort & Outfitters
Address: 905 Bench Street
City:
Whalan
State:
MN
Phone:
507-467-9000
Website:
cedarvalleyresort.com
Category:
Lodging, Minnesota, Recreational, Resort, Whalan
Tags:
Outfitter
Description:

Located on the Root River Bike Trail just 4.5 miles from Lanesboro. Open year-round.

Charles City White Water at Riverfront Park
City:
Charles City
State:
IA
Website:
CCWhiteWater.com
Category:
Charles City, Iowa, Recreational
Description:

From flat water to big rapids there is something for everyone. Discover White Water …for the FUN of it! Free to paddle. Accessible 24/7. Year-round.

Commonweal Theatre Company
Address: 208 Parkway Ave. N
City:
Lanesboro
State:
MN
Phone:
800-657-7025
Website:
www.commonwealtheatre.org
Category:
Attractions, Lanesboro, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags:
Entertainment, Theater
Description:

Professional live theatre in historic Lanesboro.

Cresco Fitness Center
Address: 316 3rd Ave East
City:
Cresco
State:
IA
Phone:
563-547-3443
Website:
cityofcresco.com
Category:
Cresco, Iowa, Recreational
Tags:
Health
Description:

A place for all ages. Pool, Hot Tub, Fitness Equipment, Track, Basketball Court, Volleyball Court, Wrestling Room, Aerobics Room, Batting Cage, Golf Putting, Golf Cage, Meetings, Party Rooms.

Dick’s Halfway Inn
Address: 440 Oakwood St.
City:
Millville
State:
MN
Phone:
507-421-9508
Website:
www.whiskeydicksmillville.com
Category:
Cabins, Lodging, Millville, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags:
Fishing
Description:

Pet friendly, includes 5 bedrooms and 3 baths, local attractions include fishing, canoeing, tubing, kayaking, and motocross tracks. Walking distance to local establishments.

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center
Address: 28097 Goodview Drive
City:
Lanesboro
State:
MN
Phone:
507-467-2437
Website:
www.eagle-bluff.org
Category:
Attractions, Hotels & Inns, Lanesboro, Lodging, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags:
Hiking
Description:

Let our professional guides help you reach new heights! Take the challenge. Explore our high ropes. Savor the view. Zip back and forth. For individuals, families and groups.

Eagle Cliff Campground
Address: 35455 State Hwy 16 E
City:
Lanesboro
State:
MN
Phone:
507 467 2598
Website:
eagle-cliff.com
Category:
Camping, Hotels & Inns, Lanesboro, Lodging, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags:
Event Center
Description:

A stunningly beautiful campground in the heart of Bluff Country! 226 Sites (tent, RV, permanent). RV sites with full hookups (electric, water & sewer).
Seasonal sites with full hookups. Five unit hotel sleeps up to 22 guests. Tubing, canoeing and kayaking; access to bike trail. On the Root River. Banquet Facility seats 80 plus.

Ferndale Country Club
Address: 23239 State Hwy 16
City:
Rushford
State:
MN
Phone:
507-864-7626
Website:
www.ferndalegolfcourse.com
Category:
Eating & Drinking, Minnesota, Recreational, Rushford
Tags:
Golf
Description:

A mature course that opened in 1931 and is nestled in the hardwoods and bluffs of southeastern Minnesota. 9 holes, Par 36. Bar & grill. Practice green driving range. Open to the public. Located 25 miles south of Winona, MN. Voted “The Best 9-hole Golf Value in Bluff Country” by the Minnesota Golfer Magazine.

Fun N’ the Sun
City:
Alma
State:
WI
Phone:
888-343-5670
Website:
funsun.com
Category:
Alma, Lodging, Recreational, Wisconsin
Description:

Houseboat vacations. These deluxe houseboats come with 1 or 2 baths, private staterooms, full kitchen with microwave, waterslides and deluxe furnishings. Amenities like air conditioning, DVD, gas grill, stereo and much more.

Good Earth Village
City:
Spring Valley
State:
MN
Phone:
507-346-2494
Website:
www.goodearthvillage.org
Category:
Minnesota, Recreational, Spring Valley
Tags:
Faith
Description:

Good Earth Village offers many day experiences and training events, summer youth camping, family programs, campground and year-round retreating.

Great River Shakespeare Festival
City:
Winona
State:
MN
Phone:
507-474-7900
Website:
grsf.org
Category:
Minnesota, Recreational, Winona
Tags:
Entertainment, Theater
Description:

Accessible, affordable, professional theater. Delighting audiences from all over the country with “poignant, intimate, and funny” theater experiences.

Guttenberg Chamber
Address: 323 S. River Park Drive
City:
Guttenberg
State:
IA
Phone:
563-252-2323
Website:
www.guttenbergiowa.net
Category:
Eating & Drinking, Guttenberg, Iowa, Lodging, Recreational, Services, Shopping
Tags:
Arts, Fishing, Golf, Museum, Wine
Description:

Experience Guttenberg. Eagle Watch and Cabin Fever Day. Stars and Stripes Celebration. Art by the River Fine Art Festival. Visit our site to see all that’s going on and what we have to offer.

Harmony Golf Club
City:
Harmony
State:
MN
Phone:
507-886-5622
Website:
harmonygolfclub.com
Category:
Harmony, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags:
Golf
Description:

9-Hole golf club. No tee times required.

Houston BP
Address: Hwy 16 East
City:
Houston
State:
MN
Phone:
507-896-3000
Category:
Houston, Minnesota, Recreational, Services, Shopping
Tags:
Auto, Convenience Store, Fishing, Hunting
Description:

Locally owned and operated by S&A Petroleum. Hot foods & deli. Convenience store. Movie rentals, lottery tickets. Pay-at-Pump 24/7. Diesel fuel, LP exchange, hunting & fishing license & game registration.

JEM Movie Theatre
Address: 14 Main Avenue North
City:
Harmony
State:
MN
Phone:
507-886-7469
Website:
www.jemmovies.com
Category:
Harmony, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags:
Entertainment, Theater
Description:

First run movies. Movies every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Bring your own bucket for popcorn and save!

La Crosse Queen
Address: 405 Veterans Memorial Dr.
City:
La Crosse
State:
WI
Phone:
608-784-8523
Website:
www.lacrossequeen.com
Category:
Attractions, Eating & Drinking, La Crosse, Recreational, Wisconsin
Tags:
Event Center, Tours
Description:

Cruise the Mississippi. Daily sightseeing cruises. 3-hour cruises. Pizza cruises. Lunch cruises. Sunday brunch cruises, Weekend dinner cruises with entertainment, Charters and Group Tours from April to October for conventions, receptions, reunions and groups.

Lake Meyer Park & Campground
Address: 2546 Lake Meyer Road
City:
Fort Atkinson
State:
IA
Phone:
563-534-7145
Website:
www.winneshiekwild.com
Category:
Camping, Fort Atkinson, Iowa, Lodging, Recreational
Tags:
Fishing, Hiking
Description:

Spend your summer at the lake! Recreational trails, nature preserves, camping, fishing, & canoeing

Lanesboro BP Food Shop
Address: 100 Sheridan Street
City:
Lanesboro
State:
MN
Phone:
507-467-2121
Category:
Lanesboro, Minnesota, Recreational, Services, Shopping
Tags:
Auto, Fishing, Grocery & Specialty Foods, Hunting
Description:

Convenience & service all through the Root River Valley. Hot food & deli, convenience store, movie rentals, lottery tickets. Pay-at-Pump 24/7, diesel fuel, LP exchange, hunting & fishing license & game registration.

Lark Toys
City:
Kellogg
State:
MN
Phone:
507-767-3387
Website:
larktoys.com
Category:
Attractions, Eating & Drinking, Kellogg, Minnesota, Recreational, Shopping
Tags:
Entertainment, Gifts, Golf, Museum
Description:

Hand-carved carousel. Toy Workshop. LARK-made toys, outdoor mini-golf. Gifts, toys galore, bookstore, games, puzzles. Antique toy museum. Llamas. Fudge & candy, food & ice cream.

Lime Springs
City:
Lime Springs
State:
IA
Category:
Iowa, Lime Springs, Recreational, Services
Description:

Annual Sweet Corn Days in August. Swimming pool.

Lime Springs Swimming Pool
City:
Lime Springs
State:
IA
Phone:
563-566-2606
Category:
Iowa, Lime Springs, Recreational
Description:

Open Every Day (weather permitting). Call for hours. Next to Ballpark.

Little River General Store
Address: 105 Coffee St. E
55949
City:
Lanesboro
State:
MN
Phone:
507-467-2943
Website:
www.LRGeneralStore.net
Category:
Lanesboro, Minnesota, Recreational, Services, Shopping
Tags:
Biking, Outfitter
Description:

A full service outfitter – Rent, Retail, Repair. Sports Store. Padded Bike Shorts. Bike Jerseys. Helmets. T-Shirts & Sweatshirts. Bide Bags. Speedometers. Life Jackets. Gadgets Galore. Canoe & Kayak Paddles. Bicycle Repair & Rental. Bicycle Supplies. Recumbent (Single & Double). Canoe & Kayak Sales, Rental & Equipment. RV Supplies. Worms Sold Here. Tube Rentals.

Magnum Sports
Address: 21 1st St SE
City:
Chatfield
State:
MN
Phone:
507-867-4399
Category:
Chatfield, Minnesota, Recreational, Shopping
Tags:
Apparel, Entertainment, Fishing, Hunting
Description:

Hunting, fishing, camping, two story archery range, apparel, proshop

Mitchell County Conservation Board
Address: 18793 Highway 9
City:
Osage
State:
IA
Phone:
641-732-5204
Website:
www.mitchellcountyconservation.com
Category:
Iowa, Osage, Recreational, Services
Description:

Deer & Turkey Expo. Sweetheart Ski.

Niagara Cave
Address: 29842 County 30
City:
Harmony
State:
MN
Phone:
507-886-6606
Website:
www.niagaracave.com
Category:
Attractions, Harmony, Minnesota, Recreational, Shopping
Tags:
Gifts, Golf, Tours
Description:

Come and see the natural beauty of Niagara Cave. Nationally recognized as one of the Top Ten Caves in the United States. On our 1-hour guided tour: Hike one mile underground to depths of 200ft. Discover fossils ~ 450 million years old. See cave formations both delicate and massive. 60ft. Waterfall, wedding chapel, stalactities. Temperature is 48 degrees. Walking shoes are also recommended. Also enjoy: Miniature golf, concessions, gemstone mining, picnic grounds, unique gifts. Open April – October. Located 2 miles south of Harmony, MN on Hwy 139, then two miles west on County Road 30. Just 1 mile north of the Minnesota/Iowa border on Hwy 139 – then west.

Nordic Lanes & Lounge
Address: 403 S. Mill Street
City:
Rushford
State:
MN
Phone:
507-864-7799
Website:
www.nordiclanes.com
Category:
Minnesota, Recreational, Rushford
Tags:
Bowling, Event Center
Description:

Open bowling, birthday parties, receptions, banquets and Thunder Alley.

Old Barn Resort
City:
Preston
State:
MN
Website:
www.barnresort.com
Category:
Camping, Lodging, Minnesota, Preston, Recreational, Resort
Tags:
Golf
Description:

Eat and Play. Just down the bike trail from Lanesboro and Preston.

Outback Ranch
City:
Houston
State:
MN
Phone:
507-896-5550
Website:
www.outbackranch.net
Category:
Cabins, Camping, Houston, Lodging, Minnesota, Recreational, Services
Tags:
Horses
Description:

Cowboy Heaven on Earth. Trails & riding, equine lodging & boarding. Miles of well-groomed trails to ride or walk. Daily trail use available. Primitive camping, RV hookups, cabins, bunkhouses.

Prairie Visions
Address: 238 Locust Avenue
City:
LeRoy
State:
MN
Website:
visitleroy.com
Category:
Attractions, Camping, LeRoy, Lodging, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags:
Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Horses
Description:

Shooting Star Scenic Byway & Shooting Star Regional Trail. Lake Louise State Park. Trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, skiing, snowmobiling. Recreation: Swimming, boating/canoeing, fishing, shaded picnic grounds, scheduled programs, campground.

Preston Area Chamber of Commerce
City:
Preston
State:
MN
Phone:
507-765-2100
Website:
www.gethookedonpreston.com
Category:
Attractions, Minnesota, Preston, Recreational, Services
Tags:
Biking, Fishing, Hunting
Description:

Your Southern Minnesota outdoor recreation destination.

Preston Golf and Country Club
Address: Hwy 16 West
City:
Preston
State:
MN
Phone:
507-765-4485
Website:
www.prestongolf.net
Category:
Minnesota, Preston, Recreational
Tags:
Golf
Description:

Golfing specials, cart rental available, club house, pro-shop, watered fairways. Enjoy the views of our gently rolling 9 hole course.

Root River Outfitters
Address: 101 Parkway Ave S
City:
Lanesboro
State:
MN
Phone:
507 467 3400
Website:
rootriveroutfitters.com
Category:
Lanesboro, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags:
Biking, Outfitter
Description:

Family owned & operated for over 20 years! We rent canoes, kayaks, bikes and tubes. Two-For-Tuesdays – Two tubes for the price of one every Tuesday!

Root River Rod Co.
Address: 116 Parkway Avenue N
City:
Lanesboro
State:
MN
Phone:
507-467-2101
Website:
www.rootriverrod.com
Category:
Lanesboro, Minnesota, Recreational, Shopping
Tags:
Apparel, Fishing, Tours
Description:

Guide service. Wade or drift boat. Fly fishing experts. Apparel, bamboo rod maker, new and vintage gear, rod repair, fly tying.

Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce
City:
Rushford
State:
MN
Phone:
507-864-3338
Website:
www.rushfordpetersonvalley.com
Category:
Attractions, Eating & Drinking, Lodging, Minnesota, Peterson, Recreational, Rushford
Description:

Experience the Root River by trail or water. So much to do and see. Excellent variety of restaurants, motels & inns, and campgrounds.

Shari’s Sports Saloon & Lanes
Address: 118 Main Street South
City:
Chatfield
State:
MN
Phone:
507-867-0089
Category:
Chatfield, Eating & Drinking, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags:
Bar, Bowling
Description:

Open 7 days a week. Burgers & fries. Battered fish & fries (Friday night). Open bowling. Call for availability. Enjoy our outside patio.

Spring Grove Cinema
Address: Main Street
City:
Spring Grove
State:
MN
Phone:
507-498-7469
Website:
www.sgmovietheater.com
Category:
Minnesota, Recreational, Spring Grove
Tags:
Entertainment, Theater
Description:

Digital picture & sound, 3D capabilities, stadium seating. Affordable prices.

Spring Grove Family Swim Center
Address: Main Street
City:
Spring Grove
State:
MN
Website:
www.springgrovemn.com
Category:
Minnesota, Recreational, Spring Grove
Description:

Make a splash in Spring Grove! Family Swim Center.

The Driftless Fly Fishing Company
Address: 208 St. Paul Street SW
City:
Preston
State:
MN
Phone:
507-327-4276
Website:
www.minnesotaflyfishing.com
Category:
Minnesota, Preston, Recreational, Shopping
Tags:
Apparel, Fishing, Tours
Description:

Minnesota’s Trout Capital on the South Branch of the Root River! Call or email Mel to book guided trips. Guided trips, flies for area streams, gear, tackle, local info, fly fishing lessons, wader repair

Timber Ghost Realty – Jeff Brogle
City:
Peterson
State:
MN
Phone:
507-577-1121
Website:
bluffcountryproperties.com
Category:
Alma, Dodge, Houston, La Crosse, Lanesboro, Minnesota, Peterson, Preston, Recreational, Rushford, Services, Trempealeau, Winona
Tags:
Agriculture, Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Horses, Hunting, Realtor
Description:

My name is Jeff Brogle. My family and I live on acreage between Lanesboro & Rushford. I am a proven Bluff Country Property specialist. I’m ready to put my local expertise to work for you! Focused on farms, recreation, hunting, rural homes and estates. We give back 10% to the local community.

Trempealeau Mountain
Address: W24411 Fairway Dr.
City:
Trempealeau
State:
WI
Phone:
608-534-7417
Website:
golfthemountain.com
Category:
Eating & Drinking, Recreational, Trempealeau, Wisconsin
Tags:
Golf
Description:

A first-class golf experience situated between the majestic Mississippi River and beautiful Perrot State Park. We proudly offer an 18-hole championship golf course open to the public with a modern links-style design. We feature the area’s largest natural turf driving range in addition to chipping/pitching green with bunker and 15,000 square foot practice putting green. Every golf cart has a GPS to give you precise yardages. Our clubhouse bar and grill offer a relaxed atmosphere for you to enjoy.

Weiss Realty
Address: 319 W Madison St
City:
Durand
State:
WI
Phone:
507-261-0188 507-269-2742
Website:
www.weisschoice.com
Category:
Minnesota, Recreational, Wisconsin
Tags:
Realtor
Description:

Specializing in hunting land, farmland, hobby farms, build sites & country estates.
Experienced with: Surveying, parcel splits, zoning/planning, 1031 tax exchanges.
Local expertise: Born and raised in southeastern MN.
Call Kit Johnston – 507-261-0188 or Chad Garteski – 507-259-2742

Whalan
City:
Whalan
State:
MN
Category:
Attractions, Lodging, Minnesota, Recreational, Whalan
Tags:
Golf, Museum
Description:

Home of the Whalan Stand Still Parade, Ernie’s 1917 Station, Bluff View Guest House, Aroma Pie Shoppe, Whalan Museum and Gator Greens Mini Golf.

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