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    • Saint Charles, Minnesota

      Camp at Whitewater State Park

      Whitewater State Park is at the cusp of bluff country, straddling the Whitewater River, a small tributary of the Mississippi. Spring and Autumn are the best times to visit. In Spring you'll hit wildflower season when the forest glades in the depths of the valley folds are literally carpeted with ...
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    • Minnesota City, Minnesota

      Climb Mt. Charity at John A. Latsch State Park

      5.0
      1 mi / 500 ft gain
      John A. Latsh State Park is directly off of Hwy. 61 a few miles north of Winona. Begin your hike at the parking lot, following the signs for the Riverview Trail. The hike itself is a short, but steep climb on a series of steps up the side of the Mt. Charity Bluff. Winding through verdant valley f...
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    • Fountain City, Wisconsin

      Explore the Mississippi River at Fountain City

      Just off Highway 35, on the south side of Fountain City, you will find an easy access boat landing with ample parking and suitable ramps to launch your kayak, canoe or motor boat. Coming from central Wisconsin, we drove 95 that runs the ridges of the driftless region and offers beautiful views of...
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    • Winona, Minnesota

      Hike up to Garvin Heights Overlook

      1 mi
      Park on Huff Street on the bridge that divides Lake Winona (we parked in the lot by the Visitor Center).  Walk on Huff St. towards the highway (14/61) and turn left on W. Lake Boulevard (be careful here, it’s a busy road).  Continue on Lake Blvd. past Cty Rd. 44 .  Before the first house on Lake ...
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    • Trempealeau, Wisconsin

      Canoe the Voyageurs Loop, Perrot State Park

      Perrot State Park, located in Wisconsin's Driftless Region, is home to many tall bluffs, including Brady's Bluff and Trempealeau Mountain. Many elevated hikes give you a wonderful view of the Mississippi River and its surrounding bluffs, but the real treasure is seeing this area from the water by...
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    • Winona, Minnesota

      King's Bluff in Great River Bluffs State Park

      4.0
      2.66 mi / 0 ft gain
      Great River Bluffs State Park follows a series of impressive bluffs along the Mississippi River just south of Winona. For those of you who think Minnesota is as flat as a pancake (and I'm not saying there aren't places in the state that are), Great River Bluffs will be a surprise. King's and Quee...
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    • Spring Grove, Minnesota

      Hike the Beaver Creek Valley Trail

      5.0
      6.2 mi / 250 ft gain
      This beautiful, green hike takes you along Beaver Creek, as it winds through a lush gorge within the bluffs. Park at the entrance to Beaver Creek Valley State Park, where the park ranger can direct you to the trailhead. Here is a helpful map of the park.
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    • Stockholm, Wisconsin

      Hike to the Top of Maiden Rock Bluff

      5.0
      1 mi / 400 ft gain
      It's easy to spot Maiden Rock Bluff as you drive along Highway 35: the 400-foot-tall limestone cliff extends for nearly a mile. Getting to the top is also easy. Begin by turning onto County Road E - a twisting, narrow road that leads straight up. Once you're at the top, keep an eye out for Long L...
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    • Decorah, Iowa

      Hike North Bear Creek

      2.4 mi / 124 ft gain
      North Bear Creek is a 7.4 mile out and back hike that takes you by a river located near Decorah, Iowa.
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    • La Crosse, Wisconsin

      Hike to La Crosse Ridge

      4 mi / 500 ft gain
      It is easiest to park your vehicle in the Myrick Park parking lot versus your other options. The great thing about parking in that lot rather than along the road/neighborhoods is there is a trailhead right there (and it's free). You can begin hiking this short little trail, which will lead to and...
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    • La Crosse, Wisconsin

      Photograph Grandad Bluff Overlook

      5.0
      It is super easy to get to the Bluff. Park in the parking lot and follow the sidewalk the the Bluff just past the shelter house and giant flag. Grandad Bluff is a 600 foot bluff that overlooks La Crosse Wisconsin. It provided amazing panoramic views of The Mississippi River area. You can even vie...
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    • Red Wing, Minnesota

      Hike Barn Bluff

      3.0
      2.05 mi / 340 ft gain
      Barn Bluff in Red Wing, Minn., is an enjoyable and easily-accessible hike. Even at a slow pace, it takes just 30-45 minutes to reach the peak.There is ample parking on 5th Street near the Barn Bluff sign. Take the stairs to the trail head. From there, you'll have a few trail options:1) South Trai...
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