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Hiking

Hiking in Bluff Country

Get outside and enjoy nature!
There are a variety of trails to enjoy hiking, bird watching, wildlife, and some great views!

Minnesota Trails

  • Lost Creek Hiking Trail
    Chatfield
  • Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center
    Lanesboro
  • Norwegian Ridge Birding and Nature Trails
    Spring Grove
  • Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park
    Preston
  • Beaver Creek Valley State Park
    Caledonia
  • Frontenac State Park
    Red Wing
  • Sorins Bluff Trail Head
    Red Wing
  • Great River Bluffs State Park
    Winona
  • Eagles Bluff Park
    La Crescent

Iowa Trails

  • Palisades Park
    Decorah
  • Phelps Park
    Decorah
  • River Trail
    Decorah
  • Barbara Barnhart Van Peenen Memorial Park
    Decorah
  • Dunning’s Springs
    Decorah
  • Carlson Park
    Decorah
  • Ice Cave State Preserve
    Decorah
  • Effigy Mounds
    Harpers Ferry
  • Mount Hosmer City Park
    Lansing
  • Mar-Mac Human Powered Trails
    Marquette
  • Pikes Peak State Park
    McGregor

Wisconsin Trails

  • Grandad Bluff
    La Crosse
  • Perrot State Park
    Trempealeau
  • Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge
    Trempealeau
  • Brady’s Bluff Prairie
    Trempealeau
  • Buena Vista Park
    Alma
  • Mossy Hollow Hiking Trails
    Alma
  • Thrive! Park
    Nelson
  • Maiden Rock Bluff State Natural Area
    Pepin

Hiking Services & Information

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center

Business
Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center
Street
28097 Goodview Drive
City
Lanesboro
State
MN
507-467-2437
Website
eaglebluffmn.org
Category
2025-2026, Attractions, Hotels & Inns, Lanesboro, Lodging, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags
Event Center/Space, Hiking

Experience the thrill of Eagle Bluff's Treetops High Ropes Challenge Course! With obstacles ranging from 2 to 30 feet, this outdoor adventure course is perfect for all ages and abilities. No experience needed—just bring your sense of adventure!

Explore La Crescent

Business
Explore La Crescent
City
La Crescent
State
MN
800-926-9480
Website
www.explorelacrescent.com
Category
2025-2026, Attractions, La Crescent, Minnesota, Recreational, Services
Tags
Biking, Hiking, Organizations

Explore the trails towering over the Mighty Mississippi. Cruise along our 3 scenic byways. A designated bicycle-friendly community, we have routes that fit your needs, from easy to challenging. Taste your way through the many apple orchards that dot our landscape. Finish you amazing day at one of our restaurants or shops. Come to Applefest in September.

Lost Creek Hiking Trail

Business
Lost Creek Hiking Trail
City
Chatfield
State
MN
Website
bluffcountryhikingclub.org
Category
2025-2026, Chatfield, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags
Hiking

Natural unpaved trail. Lost Creek Hiking Trail is about 6.5 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). Hiking & Snowshoe only.

Prairie Visions

Business
Prairie Visions
Street
238 Locust Avenue
City
LeRoy
State
MN
Website
www.shootingstartrail.org
Category
2025-2026, Attractions, Camping, LeRoy, Lodging, Minnesota, Recreational
Tags
Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Horses, ski

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.

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Minnesota Towns

  • Brownsville
  • Caledonia
  • Canton
  • Chatfield
  • Fountain
  • Fremont
  • Harmony
  • Hokah
  • Houston
  • Kellogg
  • La Crescent
  • Lake City
  • Lanesboro
  • LeRoy
  • Mabel
  • Millville
  • Peterson
  • Plainview
  • Preston
  • Red Wing
  • Rushford
  • Rushford Village
  • Spring Grove
  • Spring Valley
  • Wabasha
  • Whalan
  • Winona
  • Wykoff

Iowa Towns

  • Bluffton
  • Burr Oak
  • Cresco
  • Decorah
  • Elkader
  • Hawkeye
  • Highlandville
  • Lansing
  • Lime Springs
  • Marquette-McGregor
  • Riceville
  • Waukon

Wisconsin Towns

  • Alma
  • Bay City
  • Fountain City
  • Galesville
  • La Crosse
  • Nelson
  • Pepin
  • Prairie du Chien
  • Warrens

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