B&B Bowl has 8 synthetic lanes with new pins and a variety of bowling balls to use if you do not have your own and offer shoe rental. Full service restaurant and bar.
Southeastern Minnesota fall destination for family fun! Ten-acre corn maze, pick-your-own-pumpkin patch, 20+ activities, all on an operating farm. Open weekends and MEA, mid-September to Halloween.
Borrow a bicycle during the warm-weather months at the Rushford Public Library, Peterson Station Museum, Fountain City Hall, Preston Visitors Center, or Harmony Visitory Center. Adult bicycles available for use, at no charge, but on a first-come, first-served basis.
Year-round - Canoes, Kayaks, tubes, bikes, cross-country skis, snowshoes, guided fishing trips.
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.
The Chosen Valley Golf Club offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. 9-hole - Par 35.
Large playground, basketball & tennis courts, picnic shelters, ball fields, & restrooms off Hwy 43 and accessible from the Root River Trail.
Supplies and guided trips. Kayak rentals and sales.
Let our professional guides help you reach new heights on our ropes course or explore Bluff Country on our nine miles of hiking, mountain and fat tire biking and snow-shoe/ski trails.
Located just three miles east of Lanesboro, Eagle Cliff offers something for everyone. Accommodations include river-front tent sites, full hookups and a five-room motel.
Eagle Cliff Campground offers a variety of rentals, including canoes, kayaks and tubes. Two hour tube float and two or four-hour trips for canoes and kayaks and shuttle service available.
Beautiful, mature, 9-hole-Par 36 golf course nestled in the bluffs with cart rentals. Relax in this scenic golf course’s clubhouse or on the surrounding deck with a cold beverage and meal from the Bar & Grill.
Fit Express has 24 hour fitness centers in Harmony, Preston and Spring Valley, offering cardio machines, strength training equipment and free weights. Join one gym and work out at any of them for one low price! Insurance reimbursements available. No joining fees! Reasonable rates. Family rates and monthly memberships available.
Seasonal - 9 hole Mini Golf Course
The Harmony Lions Club Disc Golf Course is a fun place for all ages. The course offers 9 holes. Discs are available at the Harmony Visitor Center. Located at the Trail Head Park, 2nd Ave NW & 4th Street NW.
Par 36, 9-hole course open to the public, little to no wait for tee times.
Explore the choices and changes that faced the inhabitants of this area — from ancient peoples to today’s residents. Round out the visit with a game of croquet or horseshoes on the lawn.
Houtson's snowmobile club maintains a well?groomed trail system which runs through some of the most scenic areas of the state.Â
Houston's South Park features an archery range and trails for hiking, horseback riding and spaces for primitive camping.
Trailhead Park at the Houston Nature Center offers a picnic shelter, primitive campsite, band shell, and observation decks to view nesting boxes and migrating waterfowl on our pond. The natural playground features a zip-line (weekends only), tree house, and play area. The park also features the Houston Nature Center, where visitors will find wildlife exhibits as well as educational programs.
Lancer Youth Hockey is the primary occupant. The ice is also open for figure skating, open skating, and broom ball. When the ice is gone, concerts, gun shows, and the La Crescent High School graduation also utilize the facility.
Open to public. No tee-times are required. This 9-hole golf course offers elevation changes and gives all players the opportunity to challenge their game. Restaurant available in the club house.
Lanesboro's original outfitting and bike shop (37 yrs). Bicycle sales and rentals, tube rentals. Full line of bike accessories, clothing and gift items. Shuttle service available (restrictions apply).
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.
Access 1.5 miles of looping hiking trails from Winona Street in Rushford or drive to the top via Hwy 30 West to Magelssen Dr. for stunning views!
Vinegar Ridge Recreation Area is located along the 42-mile multiple-use paved Root River State Trail and six miles of horseback riding trails. Visitors can also canoe or kayak for a short trip along the Root River State Water Trail within the recreational area. The eight campsites are considered "primitive."
Hike the goat prairies in early to late summer to find blooming wildflowers. Spectacular views from this outstanding prairie SNA make the upward climb well worthwhile.
Mystery Cave is a guided tour of Minnesota's longest known cave, with stalactites, stalagmites, flowstone, and beautiful underground pools, and a maze of interconnecting passages.
Play an outdoor 18-hole mini golf course before or after touring Niagara Cave!
Bowling for family fun--call ahead for open bowl times; full service bar/lounge; full menu of food and treats from The Creamery next door.
Wet Bark Recreation Area offers 11 miles of horseback riding trails, hiking trails, and six miles of designated mountain biking trails in the summer, and 11 miles of ski touring trails and six miles of snowmobile trails in the winter. The campground's five horse campsites are considered "primitive."
The only bike shop in Houston County and in close proximity to the Root River Bike Trail.
Providing everything from an emergency repair to an inviting place to hang your helmet and talk bikes.
Playground, restrooms, ball fields, volleyball court, and picnic shelter next to the Root River Trail.
A short walk from town or the Root River Trail, hike the Overlook Trail to surround yourself in wooded bluffland and enjoy amazing valley views.
Pine Creek Golf Course is a beautiful 9 hole course located right outside of La Crescent.
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.
Preston Disc Golf is a beautiful, challenging disc golf course.  The front 9 has shorter holes with trees and hills to make the holes more challenging.  The back 9 has much longer holes with some of the holes having many trees to challenge the disc golfer.  On the back 9, most of the holes are relatively flat but 2 of them use a hill to add to the challenge of the holes.  PDG course was designed for the beginner to the expert and everyone in-between.
Preston Golf Course is a Beautiful and Friendly 9 Hole Course on Rolling Hills in Southeastern Minnesota.
The Preston Swimming Pool is a seasonal pool located in Preston, Minnesota. Swimmers of all ages are welcome!
Water activities abound! Canoe, kayak, tube, or fish the river and the area's vast network of streams.
A leisurely float in the South branch of the Root River is a great way to escape the heat during the sweltering days of summer. We offer two trips of varying lengths that will keep you cool and wet.
The Root River State Trail, a paved, 42-mile state trail, begins in Fountain and runs through the quaint and picturesque rural communities of Lanesboro, Whalan, Peterson, Rushford and Houston. Constructed on an abandoned railroad, the trail is generally level and wheelchair accessible.
The Root River represents the timeless scenic and historic qualities characteristic of southeastern Minnesota. The river has gentle to moderate flow with a few riffles, although water level can vary substantially with rainfall. Many quaint towns along the river offer historical sights, services, and hospitality, making it ideal for a family day trip.
Seasonal pool with zero-depth entry, children's pool, and larger pool with diving board. Daily fee or seasonal pass.
Burgers - Baskets - Beer - Bowling
You will find this trail along the Root River Bike Trail as you enter from Whalen. Walk down the steps toward the ball field and enjoy the message on the sign explaining the health benefits when walking barefoot on the earth. decreasing stress and increasing overall wellness.
The trail surrounds the ball field to the south and east.
This trail through Peterson starts on the along the bike trail (#1) and as you follow the map you will find 9 more signs each explaining the significance of the location and the changes to the location over the last century.
The Valley High Golf Club features an 18-hole public course and golf shop along with its full restaurant and bar. Find quality food, drinks, and fun in a clean and casual atmosphere.
