Minnesota’s Trout Capital!
Preston is located along the Root River in scenic Historic Bluff Country. Located in the “Driftless Region” of the state, the Preston area was untouched by glaciers and is now a mecca of karst geology, hardwood forests, abundant wildlife, and numerous springs, brooks, and streams.
Also known as “Minnesota’s Trout Capital,” Preston is a welcoming family-fun destination offering visitors a variety of entertaining, educational, and recreational activities to choose from:
- Fish blue ribbon cold water streams including the City of Preston’s 9-hole Fishing Course
- Bike, hike, or ski two state trails that total 60+ miles of paved trail.
- Take a Mystery Cave Tour
- Experience an Amish Tour
- Canoe, tube, or kayak along the Root River
- Grab your clubs and golf 9-holes at the beautiful Preston Golf Course!
- Try out the NEW 18 holes of Disc Golf that meanders through Preston’s City Park.
- Go back in time with costumed guides at Historic Forestville, a 19th century pioneer village
- Visit Forestville State Park and hike miles of beautiful trail.
- Visit the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery
- Snowmobile miles of groomed trails
Preston offers shopping, fine dining, unique overnight accommodations and camping facilities. Reach us via the Historic Bluff Country National Scenic Byway or fly into the Fillmore County Airport to start your Preston adventure experience. Now’s the time to “Get Hooked on Preston!” Start planning your Preston visit today!