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Rushford Village

The Town of Rushford was established in 1854. In 1869, the City of Rushford was formed as a separate area, removed from the Town. Later, the Town of Rushford was incorporated into a Village by a vote of the inhabitants, as provided for by a state law passed in March 1885. The Village of Rushford, surrounding Peterson and Rushford, Minn., became a city by a state law passed in 1973, which declared all villages to be cities. In May 1975, the name was officially changed to “City of Rushford Vil­lage.”

The City of Rushford Village has an area of 33.64 square miles nestled in the Root River Valley between stunning bluffs and state forest land. The Historic Bluff Country National Scenic Byway, State Highway 16, runs through Rushford Village, much of it near the Root River State Bike Trail and along the Root River, which is used extensively for fishing, tubing and canoeing, with several launch sites. Area snowmobile trails are popular in winter.

Rushford Village is a blend of agriculture, small manufacturing, and small businesses. Community center and shelter rentals are available, as well as camping facilities.

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Bluffview Campground

Business
Bluffview Campground
Street
Hwy 16
City
Rushford
State
MN
507-450-7195
Website
www.bluffviewcampground.com
Category
2025-2026, Camping, Lodging, Minnesota, Rushford
Tags
Camping

Situated at the base of Magelssen Bluff, this 36-site campground has spacious lots, full hookups, fire rings, picnic tables and a storm shelter. Located right on the Root River Bike Trail and within walking distance to town and the Root River water access, this campground offers daily, weekly, and seasonal camping.

Brown’s Tire & Battery Inc.

Business
Brown’s Tire & Battery Inc.
Street
45024 MN-43
City
Rushford
State
MN
888-864-7049
Website
brownstireandbattery.com
Category
2025-2026, Minnesota, Rushford, Services
Tags
Vehicles & Boats

We're here to help. Services Offered: Auto & lt. truck repair, electrical diagnostic, transmission repair, car & truck tires, full brake service, full line of batteries.

Hammell Equipment

Business
Hammell Equipment
City
Harmony, Chatfield, Rushford, Eitzen
State
MN
Website
www.hammellequipment.com
Category
2025-2026, Chatfield, Harmony, Minnesota, Rushford, Shopping
Tags
Agriculture, Gifts, Lawn, Garden & Floral

Quality farm equipment and service. Sport, recreation, utility, hunting, farming. Unique IH collectibles, toys, clothing & more.

Nordic Lanes & Lounge

Business
Nordic Lanes & Lounge
Street
403 S. Mill Street
City
Rushford
State
MN
507-864-7799
Website
nordiclanescreamery.wixsite.com/nordiclanes
Category
2025-2026, Minnesota, Recreational, Rushford
Tags
Bar, Bowling

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

Pam’s Corner Convenience

Business
Pam’s Corner Convenience
Street
105 State Road 16
City
Rushford
State
MN
507-864-7949
Category
2025-2026, Minnesota, Rushford, Shopping
Tags
Convenience Store, Fishing, Hunting, Off Sale, Vehicles & Boats

Open early at 4am - 7 days a week. Hunting and fishing licenses sold here. Fax, copy machine, free ATM. Stop in and cool off with a Flavorburst shake. Piccadilly pizza and subs. Save 4% everytime you fuel up when using your Clark/Mastercard. Also...Pam's Off-Sale Liquor just around the back. 507-864-4231 - open 10am-10pm.

Rushford Depot Museum

Business
Rushford Depot Museum
Street
401 S. Elm St.
City
Rushford
State
MN
507-864-7560
Website
rootrivertrail.org
Category
2025-2026, Historical Society and Genealogy, Minnesota, Rushford
Tags
History, Museum

Rushford Foods

Business
Rushford Foods
Street
400 S. Mill Street
City
Rushford
State
MN
507-864-2878
Website
www.rushfordfoods.com
Category
2025-2026, Eating & Drinking, Minnesota, Rushford, Shopping
Tags
fast-food, Grocery & Specialty Foods

Full service grocery

Rushford Hardware

Business
Rushford Hardware
Street
402 S. Mill Street
City
Rushford
State
MN
507-864-2540
Category
2025-2026, Minnesota, Rushford, Shopping
Tags
Biking, Camping, Lawn, Garden & Floral, Pets

Outdoor sporting goods & supplies, bikes & accessories, Red Wing boots, Key clothing, licenses for fishing and hunting & supplies, complete garden center, bird feeders & supplies, pet food and supplies, tube sales and rentals.

Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce

Business
Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce
City
Rushford
State
MN
507-864-3338
Website
www.rushfordpetersonvalley.com
Category
2025-2026, Lodging, Minnesota, Peterson, Rushford, Services
Tags
Organizations

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

Rushford Peterson Valley Farmers Market

Business
Rushford Peterson Valley Farmers Market
Category
2025-2026, Minnesota, Rushford, Shopping
Tags
Farmers Market

Mid-May to mid-October
Tuesdays 3:30-6pm
St. Joseph's Church - 103 N. Mill Street

Rushford State Bank

Business
Rushford State Bank
Street
219 S. Mill Street
City
Rushford
State
MN
507-864-7755
Website
www.rushfordstatebank.com
Category
2025-2026, Minnesota, Rushford, Services
Tags
ATM & Banking, Financial

Personal & business, internet banking, telephone banking, wire transfers, safe deposit boxes, savings, checking, loans, IRAs, ATM, gift cards. Also located at 119 E. Cedar Street, Houston, MN, 507-896-7755

Shawnee’s Bar & Grill

Business
Shawnee’s Bar & Grill
Street
220 Mill Street
City
Rushford
State
MN
507-864-2073
Website
www.shawnees.net
Category
2025-2026, Eating & Drinking, Minnesota, Rushford
Tags
Bar, Bar & Grill, burgers

Home of the 1/3 lb charbroiled burger. Full lunch and dinner menu. No reservations necessary. Open Tuesday - Sunday at 11am.

The Creamery Pizza and Ice Cream

Business
The Creamery Pizza and Ice Cream
Street
407 S. Mill Street
City
Rushford
State
MN
507-864-7214
Website
nordiclanescreamery.wixsite.com/creamery
Category
2025-2026, Eating & Drinking, Minnesota, Rushford
Tags
burgers, Family Dining, Ice Cream, pie, pizza

Pizza - eat in or take out. 30 plus premium ice cream flavors. Pies, cheesecake, bread pudding. Groups. Full menu. Daily specials. Homemade waffle cones and bowls. Mon-Thur 11am-9pm, Fri & Sat 11am-10pm, Sun noon-9pm.

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