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Root River Trail Towns

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    • Chatfield
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    • Peterson
    • Rushford Village
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Chatfield Listings

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52 Bottle Shop
251 Main St. N.,
Chatfield
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Off Sale - 52 Bottle Shop in Chatfield MN is your one-stop-shop for all your wine, beer, and spirit needs! We offer a fine selection of craft beer with a Pick Six option to mix your own six-pack. In addition to weekly specials, we always offer 10% off with Military ID and 15% off a mix and match case of wine.

Website
52bottleshop.com
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Bucksnort Dam County Park – Camping
30061 State Hwy 30,
Chatfield
Directions

Camping allowed with permit from Fillmore County.

Chatfield Brass Band Concerts
Chatfield

The Chatfield Brass Band is a Community Band based in Chatfield, Minnesota that attracts adult musicians from throughout SE Minnesota. Free concerts in the band shell.

Website
chatfieldband.org
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Chatfield Center for the Arts
405 Main St S,
Chatfield
Directions

Theater - Performing Arts - Music - Community Outreach

Phone
507 884-7676
Website
chatfieldarts.org
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Chatfield Farmers Market
Chatfield

Thursdays | Rain or Shine | May-October | City Park

Website
chatfieldmn.org
Chatfield Music Lending Library
81 Library Ln SW,
Chatfield
Directions

The Chatfield Music Lending Library is dedicated to keeping the spirit and tradition of band music alive in America and the World. By operating a renowned library that features one of the most extensive collections of concert band music in the world.

Website
chatfieldband.lib.mn.us
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Chatfield OHV/ATV Trail
Chatfield
Directions

This 19-mile trail was developed by a group of neighbors with a passion for ATVs. The trail is entirely on private land and leads riders through backdrops of field, forest, pasture and woods. Please respect the private landowners and stay on the marked trails. The trail is provided by the City of Chatfield and maintained by the Chatfield ATV Trails Club.

Website
www.dnr.state.mn.us/ohv/trail
Chatfield Swimming Pool
214 Union St NE,
Chatfield
Directions
Phone
507 867-3509
Website
www.ci.chatfield.mn.us
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Chosen Valley Golf Course
1801 Main St. S,
Chatfield
Directions

The Chosen Valley Golf Club offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. 9-hole - Par 35.

Phone
507 867-4305
Website
chosenvalleygolfclub.com
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City Center AirBnB
Chatfield

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 1 bath Loft
Spend the day lounging on the rooftop deck or after biking on the Lanesboro trails, soak in your own private hot tub.

Website
airbnb.com
Dairy Queen
311 Main St N,
Chatfield
Directions
Phone
507 867-3649
Website
dairyqueen.com
Disc Golf Course – Groen Park
405 Third Street SW,
Chatfield
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Hillside Nursery
12348 Spring Rd SE,
Chatfield
Directions
Website
hillsidenursery.info
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Historic Winona Street
33218 Co Hwy 5,
Chatfield
Website
www.chatfieldmn.org
Hong Kong
219 Main St S,
Chatfield
Directions

Chinese food - Dine in or Take out.

Website
zmenu.com/hong-kong-chatfield
Jac’s Bar & Grill
129 Main St S,
Chatfield
Directions

Good eats! Good drinks! Good company! All around great place to eat, with a down home atmosphere and friendly service. We have a little of something for everyone! Great pizza, burgers, wings, and beer!

Phone
507 867-3939
Website
jacsbargrill.com
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JW Silver Grille
207 Main St S,
Chatfield
Directions

Breakfast, Hot Plates, Pizza – Delivery Available

Phone
507 867-2941
Website
www.eatatjwssilvergrill.com
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Kappers Big Red Barn
33218 Co Hwy 5,
Chatfield
Directions

Glass Bottle Milk · Cheese Curds · Ice Cream | Farm Store & Home Delivery

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La Cantina Arcos Mexican Bar & Grill
15 2nd ST SE,
Chatfield
Directions
Phone
507 564-1000
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Lost Creek Hiking Trail
Chatfield
Directions

The Lost Creek Hiking Trail is a natural surface trail that runs in one direction 6.5 miles along private land. This technical trail features steep climbs and bluff-top vistas, several creek crossings, and challenging terrain. The trail is open to the public year round (except firearms season in November) and is maintained by the Bluff Country Hiking Club. Funds raised from this event will be used directly for trail improvements.

Website
www.bluffcountryhikingclub.org
Magnum Sports Indoor Archery Range and Pro Shop
21 1st St SE,
Chatfield
Directions
Phone
507 867-4399
Website
magnumsports.com
Oakenwald Terrace B&B
218 Winona St SE,
Chatfield
Directions

Oakenwald Terrace, built in 1897 and proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is one of the grandest homes in South Eastern Minnesota. You will drive away from your stay marveling at the architecture, the historical content and the collectables displayed everywhere in this amazing home.

Phone
507 867-3806
Website
oakenwaldterrace.com
Pin Oak Prairie SNA / Hiking Trail
Chatfield
Directions

Pin Oak Prairie Scientific and Natural Area – Captures a meandering stretch of the Root River’s Middle Branch with sandy soils and terraces setting the stage for native and threatened plant communities.

Website
www.dnr.state.mn.us
Root River State Bank
Chatfield

We have been providing the finest in personalized banking service to southeastern Minnesota since 1856, and are recognized as being the oldest bank in our state, and a leader in community banking. We are proud to be located in Chatfield, a community of 2,855 people, in the heart of the “Chosen Valley”. Our 10 employees have over 240 years of combined experience and are excited to share their progressive financial expertise with you, via our website, or in person. Whether you are new to our bank, or are an existing customer, we invite you to experience the hometown feeling you get by doing business with a bank that truly is “Your Community Bank for Generations!”

Phone
507-867-4120
Website
https://www.rrsbchatfield.com/
Shari’s Sports Saloon Bowling
118 Main St S,
Chatfield

Burgers - Baskets - Beer - Bowling

Subway
435 Main St NW,
Chatfield
Directions
Phone
507 867-4505
Website
subway.com
Sunshine Foods
237 Main St N,
Chatfield
Directions

Full-Service Grocery · Deli | Regionally-Owned | Open Sun-Sat · 7a-9p

Phone
507 867-4272
Website
sunshinefoodstores.com
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TinyHouse Hideaway
Chatfield

1-4 guests · 1 bedrooms · 0.5 bath · wood stove
Located on 25 acres of steep bluffs, this Tiny House is tucked on the edge of a mature hardwood forest. A 100 yard hike in, allows guests to feel truly unplugged. Comfortably rustic, the Tiny House is furnished with solar electricity, clean water and firewood is supplied with each stay. 100% off the grid and utilizes a small solar system.

Website
vrbo.com

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CHATFIELD WEATHER

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Chatfield Community Alliance
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City Park
325 Main Street
Chatfield, MN

Fountain

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FOUNTAIN WEATHER

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Fountain City Office
104 Main Street, P.O. Box 115
Fountain, MN 55935
507-268-4923
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Preston

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PRESTON WEATHER

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Preston Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 123
Preston, MN 55965
507-765-2153
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Preston Tourism
PO Box 657
Preston, MN 55965
507-765-2153

Get Hooked On Preston, MN

Harmony

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HARMONY WEATHER

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Harmony Visitor Center
15 2nd Street NW
Harmony, MN 55939
877-251-0606
www.exploreharmony.com

Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce

Lanesboro

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LANESBORO WEATHER

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Lanesboro Chamber of Commerce
100 Milwaukee Road
Lanesboro, MN 55949
507-467-2696
www.lanesboro.com

Lanesboro, Minnesota in Fillmore County

Whalan

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Peterson

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PETERSON WEATHER

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Peterson
PO Box 67
Peterson, MN 55962
507-875-2222
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Peterson, MN

Rushford Village

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www.RushfordPetersonValley.com
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RUSHFORD VILLAGE WEATHER

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Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 338
Rushford, MN 55971
507-864-3338
www.rushfordpetersonvalley.com

Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce

Rushford

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RUSHFORD WEATHER

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Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 338
Rushford, MN 55971
507-864-3338
www.rushfordpetersonvalley.com

Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce

Houston

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HOUSTON WEATHER

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Houston Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 3
Houston, MN 55943
507-896-4033
www.houstonmnchamber.com

Houston Area Chamber of Commerce

La Crescent

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LA CRESCENT WEATHER

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La Crescent Visitor Center
111 S Walnut St Suite B,
La Crescent, MN 55947
(507) 895-2800
chamber@explorelacrescent.com

Dresbach Welcome Center
33020 Highway 61
La Crescent, MN 55947

La Crescent Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism

La Crescent MN Summer Concert Series

La Crescent Apple Blossom Bike Tour

Applefest

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  • Stay on designated trail.
  • Keep to the right so others can pass.
  • Keep all pets on leash, and dispose of pet waste.
  • Obey traffic signs and rules.
  • Pack out all garbage and litter.
  • Respect adjoining landowners’ rights and privacy.
  • Warn other trail users when passing by giving an audible signal.
  • Overnight camping and campfires are permitted only in designated campsites. Never leave campfires unattended.
  • Enjoy the beauty of wild plants and animals, but leave them undisturbed for all to enjoy.
  • Trail users are legally responsible for obeying the rules and regulations provided in Minnesota Rules, 6100.3000.
Public Bathrooms Available

  • Fountain Parking Lot
  • Preston Trailhead
  • Harmony Community Center
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  • Peterson Parking Lot
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Cross Country Skiing Information


Ski Rental is available at Cedar Valley Resort in Whalan. Rentals are first come first serve. Call 507-467-9000 or visit cedarvalleyresort.com for more information.


Ski and Snowshoe Classes are offered at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center in Lanesboro. Call 507-467-2437 or visit eaglebluffmn.org for more information.

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