Parks & Nature
We love it because it is not only beautiful but it is also right across the street from our cottage! There are paved and gravel trails leading through the prairie, to the visitor center and to an overlook viewing the Mississippi River. When biking (or hiking) you can take the trails to county road ZN and then follow that (about a half of a mile) to a trailhead of the Great River State Park Trail.
US Fish and Wildlife Service
County Road ZWe love it because it is not only beautiful but it is also right across the street from our cottage! There are paved and gravel trails leading through the prairie, to the visitor center and to an overlook viewing the Mississippi River. When biking (or hiking) you can take the trails to county road ZN and then follow that (about a half of a mile) to a trailhead of the Great River State Park Trail.
Beautiful trail leading over picturesque bridge that is part of the Great River State Park Trail. To get there take a left on County Road ZB, follow that until it runs into County Road Z. Take a left on Z and then follow that until you see Lytle Road on your right. Turn right and go over the railroad tracks. You will see a small parking lot and the trail.
Lytles Landing
Lytle RoadBeautiful trail leading over picturesque bridge that is part of the Great River State Park Trail. To get there take a left on County Road ZB, follow that until it runs into County Road Z. Take a left on Z and then follow that until you see Lytle Road on your right. Turn right and go over the railroad tracks. You will see a small parking lot and the trail.
Perrot State Park
26247 Sullivan RdLocated within Perrot State Park. Beautiful three mile loop trail. It is a strenuous hike but so worth it!
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/wisconsin/bradys-bluff-and-riverview-trail-loop
Brady's Bluff Prairie
South Park RoadLocated within Perrot State Park. Beautiful three mile loop trail. It is a strenuous hike but so worth it!
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/wisconsin/bradys-bluff-and-riverview-trail-loop
Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge
W28488 Refuge RdBeautiful hiking area! Address to trailhead: N8327 Amsterdam Prairie Road, Holmen WI 54636
http://www.7bridgesrd.org/
McGilvray "Seven Bridges" Road
N8327 Amsterdam Prairie RdBeautiful hiking area! Address to trailhead: N8327 Amsterdam Prairie Road, Holmen WI 54636
http://www.7bridgesrd.org/
Riverside park offers wonderful views of the Mississippi River in downtown La Crosse and hosts several major events throughout the year. If you are visiting over the Fourth of July, consider visiting Riverfest for delicious food, music, shopping and many other festivities. If you are in town on a Thursday night in the summer check out Moontunes for live music at the park. In December, Riverside park hosts the famous rotary lights display. Riverside park is also a great place for a walk and a picnic lunch!
https://www.cityoflacrosse.org/parksandrec/RiversidePark
http://www.explorelacrosse.com/project/la-crosse-riverfest/http://www.moontuneslacrosse.com/
http://www.rotarylights.org/
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Riverside Park
100 State StRiverside park offers wonderful views of the Mississippi River in downtown La Crosse and hosts several major events throughout the year. If you are visiting over the Fourth of July, consider visiting Riverfest for delicious food, music, shopping and many other festivities. If you are in town on a Thursday night in the summer check out Moontunes for live music at the park. In December, Riverside park hosts the famous rotary lights display. Riverside park is also a great place for a walk and a picnic lunch!
https://www.cityoflacrosse.org/parksandrec/RiversidePark
http://www.explorelacrosse.com/project/la-crosse-riverfest/http://www.moontuneslacrosse.com/
http://www.rotarylights.org/
Many fun hikes! Also recommend checking out the nearby ORA trails.
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Hixon Forest
Many fun hikes! Also recommend checking out the nearby ORA trails.
Elroy Sparta State Trail
Sightseeing
Great River State Trail
Great River State Trailhttps://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/greatriver
Beautiful views of the Coulee Region. Definitely a "must see" while in the area!
Also check out the new ORA trails for awesome biking and hiking near Grandad’s Bluff
https://www.oratrails.org/
https://www.oratrails.org/mountain-biking-trails/
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Grandad Bluff Park
Beautiful views of the Coulee Region. Definitely a "must see" while in the area!
Also check out the new ORA trails for awesome biking and hiking near Grandad’s Bluff
https://www.oratrails.org/
https://www.oratrails.org/mountain-biking-trails/
La Crosse Loggers Baseball
400 Clinton Sthttps://northwoodsleague.com/la-crosse-loggers/
Food scene
Voted #1 fish fry and rural bar in La Crosse County. Red Pines offers a delicious menu including daily specials. There is live music on Saturday nights and year round outdoor seating.
***NEW- Summer of 2024***
Check out the Red Pines Cafe located next door to the restaurant. It is open 7 am to 7 pm daily and offers coffee, breakfast, an assortment of bakery items and cocktails.
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Red Pines Bar & Grill
W7305 County Rd ZVoted #1 fish fry and rural bar in La Crosse County. Red Pines offers a delicious menu including daily specials. There is live music on Saturday nights and year round outdoor seating.
***NEW- Summer of 2024***
Check out the Red Pines Cafe located next door to the restaurant. It is open 7 am to 7 pm daily and offers coffee, breakfast, an assortment of bakery items and cocktails.
The Blue Moon Restaurant offers American classics along with beer and cocktails in a casual atmosphere.
716 2nd Ave N
716 2nd Avenue NorthThe Blue Moon Restaurant offers American classics along with beer and cocktails in a casual atmosphere.
Pizza Corral
11765 Main StGreat pizza for delivery or takeout!
The Historic Trempealeau Hotel, Restaurant and Saloon
11332 Main StGreat pizza in a fun atmosphere! Go prepared to sit back and enjoy the atmosphere (usually including live music) while you wait for your delicious pizza. Highly recommend this place for a fun and memorable evening! Open Friday and Saturday evenings.
Winghaven Pizza Farm
N18057 Grover LnGreat pizza in a fun atmosphere! Go prepared to sit back and enjoy the atmosphere (usually including live music) while you wait for your delicious pizza. Highly recommend this place for a fun and memorable evening! Open Friday and Saturday evenings.
A family owned vineyard and winery located in a beautiful setting. Highly recommend! Be sure to check their hours before you go- they close early.
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Elmaro Vineyard
N14756 Delaney RdA family owned vineyard and winery located in a beautiful setting. Highly recommend! Be sure to check their hours before you go- they close early.
Large menu with many from scratch recipes using fresh and local ingredients. Offers a full bar and sixteen beers on tap. We love the four season heated patio with views of Lake Onalaska.
David Reay's Modern Diner + Tavern
214 Main StLarge menu with many from scratch recipes using fresh and local ingredients. Offers a full bar and sixteen beers on tap. We love the four season heated patio with views of Lake Onalaska.
Outdoor dining with beautiful views of the river! We love this place and highly recommend their cheese curds, salmon salad and fish tacos!
Pettibone Boat Club
600 S Pettibone DrOutdoor dining with beautiful views of the river! We love this place and highly recommend their cheese curds, salmon salad and fish tacos!
Delicious menu including nightly specials. Great atmosphere. Stop in for $3.00 burger specials Tuesday and Thursday nights at the Back Dock.
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The Freighthouse Restaurant
107 Vine StDelicious menu including nightly specials. Great atmosphere. Stop in for $3.00 burger specials Tuesday and Thursday nights at the Back Dock.
We recommend visiting the rooftop terrace at the Charmant Hotel for beautiful views of the Mississippi River along with hand crafted cocktails and wood-fired pizza!
The Restaurant at The Charmant Hotel
101 State StWe recommend visiting the rooftop terrace at the Charmant Hotel for beautiful views of the Mississippi River along with hand crafted cocktails and wood-fired pizza!
Jules Coffee House
327 Pearl StWe love the atmosphere and coffee at Jules!
Voted one of the "50 most romantic restaurants in the country". Lovechild offers "uncomplicated food with intriguing ingredients and big flavors that are locally sourced and seasonally driven". Perfect spot for a special dinner!
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Lovechild
300 3rd St SVoted one of the "50 most romantic restaurants in the country". Lovechild offers "uncomplicated food with intriguing ingredients and big flavors that are locally sourced and seasonally driven". Perfect spot for a special dinner!
We love sitting on the patio for lunch or dinner. Great atmosphere, drinks and menu. Would highly recommend the fish tacos!
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The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern
328 Front St SWe love sitting on the patio for lunch or dinner. Great atmosphere, drinks and menu. Would highly recommend the fish tacos!
Voted #1 dessert, ice cream and candy and downtown business in La Crosse County. We love their ice cream!
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The Pearl Ice Cream Parlor
207 Pearl StVoted #1 dessert, ice cream and candy and downtown business in La Crosse County. We love their ice cream!
Meringue Bakery and Cafe offers award winning pastries including cakes, cupcakes, croissants, espresso and much more. It is owned by Jen Barney who has won two Food Network Baking Championship Titles.
Meringue Bakery & Cafe
313 Main StMeringue Bakery and Cafe offers award winning pastries including cakes, cupcakes, croissants, espresso and much more. It is owned by Jen Barney who has won two Food Network Baking Championship Titles.
Sweet Shop
1113 Caledonia StreetDelicious candy and ice cream!
La Crosse Distilling Co.
129 Vine StFun atmosphere. Great cocktails and menu!
A great place for al fresco dining and drinks in a casual atmosphere on the river.
https://www.moxieslax.com/
Moxie's
1835 Rose StreetA great place for al fresco dining and drinks in a casual atmosphere on the river.
https://www.moxieslax.com/
Bluebird Bakery and Cafe
58 Copeland AvenueEssentials
Festival Foods
123 Hale DrFabulous deli and liquor department!
Great for gas and convenience food. But also a good place for basic grocery items including milk, fresh meat, bread, fruit etc.
Kwik Trip #822
950 2nd Ave NGreat for gas and convenience food. But also a good place for basic grocery items including milk, fresh meat, bread, fruit etc.
Golf
Trempealeau Mountain Golf Club
W24411 Fairway LaneForest Hills Public Golf
600 Losey Blvd NBeautiful public course with views of the bluffs. Our favorite!
Beaches
Located in Pettibone Park on the Mississippi River.
Pettibone Beach
Located on the Northside of La Crosse about 15 minutes from the property.
Black River Beach Neighborhood Center
1433 Rose StreetLocated on the Northside of La Crosse about 15 minutes from the property.
Tipps für Reisende
Was einpacken?
What to Pack-Summer
In summer- water shoes (if you plan to canoe/kayak), sunscreen, hat, bug spray, fishing poles, water bottle, charcoal and lighter fluid (if you plan to grill)
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Moon Tunes at Riverside Park
If you like outdoor live music and are staying on a Thursday night in the summer you will love Moon Tunes at Riverside Park. Check out the schedule at: http://www.moontuneslacrosse.com/
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Music at Dash Park
If you enjoy live music, consider going to Dash Park in Onalaska on Tuesday nights in the summer. Check them out on Facebook.