• Grab Your Napkin! 5 Places for BBQ in La Crosse County

    https://www.explorelacrosse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/BBQ-e1515514300183.jpgBy: Sara Walters Grab your stretchy pants and a handful of napkins. There’s a great assortment of BBQ joints in La Crosse County to try! Whether you like fall-off-the-bone ribs or a nice saucy, smoked-meat sandwich, you can’t go wrong with these five favorites. Big Boar Barbecue – West Salem Repeatedly voted “Best BBQ” and…

  • 5 Things You Need to Know Before You Go: Family Sports Travel

    By: Anastasia Penchi You know the drill. Scramble and pack on Friday morning and hope you remember everything so you won’t have to shop for a wrestling singlet or running shoes at a department store chain that you’re not familiar with in a city you don’t know very well.Winter sports tournament season is upon us,…

  • 5 Things to Know Mt. La Crosse Ski and Snowboard

    Pull out those skis and snowboards – or just rent them for a day – and enjoy the thrill as you zip down the hills and valleys of Mt. La Crosse.  Here are five reasons to head to Mt. La Crosse this winter… Carve long after Halloween is over When someone on skis or a snowboard…

  • 6 Unique Holiday Shopping Experiences

    Gasoline Alley Toys & Antiques Do you have someone in your life that enjoys vintage and antique toys? Finding the right gift for them may be a feat but as luck would have it, we have an idea for you. Gasoline Alley Toys & Antiques offers vintage and antique toys. They specialize in toy vehicles…

  • An Accessible Adventure

    Everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Mississippi River Valley.  We have some great ideas to help you get outside and enjoy the best of nature in our area and have a truly accessible vacation.Upper Missisisippi U.S. Fish & Wildlife Visitor CenterThe Center is located on Brice Prairie in Onalaska and is completely…

  • Drink of the Month: Bloody Mary

    By: Sara Walters There are lots of bars in La Crosse and surrounding areas that are rumored to have the best Bloody Mary around. One of the region’s top contenders is Rivers Rats on French Island. On the banks of the Mississippi, River Rats is a local favorite, featuring a full menu and bar as well…

  • Lights Over North La Crosse: A Holiday Season Tradition

    Lights Over North La Crosse is a great event for the North La Crosse Community. The event takes place in Copeland Park and is a chance for family and friends to connect and kick off the beginning of the Holiday Season. Organized by the North La Crosse Business Association, it has become an annual tradition…

  • Snaps Around Town: Oktoberfest!

    We will be featuring a new ongoing photo series from Bob Good! Check back periodically! This week is always a good one! Oktoberfest! We also feature a new photo that is shared with us on Instagram. Your photo could be next! Just snap a photo and use #explorelacrosse I have photographed national musicians- American Authors,…

  • Driftless Wisconsin Wine & Cheese Trail Launches October 13-15, 2017

    Activities planned at 14 wineries and creameries throughout Southwest Wisconsin The Driftless Wisconsin Wine & Cheese Trail premieres October 13, 14 and 15, with special activities at each of fourteen businesses. This new collaboration between the state’s renowned dairy industry and its growing wine industry invites travellers to visit estate wineries and local creameries, tasting…

  • Travel Wisconsin Ultimate Fall Drive Showdown: Vote for the Wisconsin Great River Road!

    Travel Wisconsin asks fans to vote for their favorite scenic route in Wisconsin In anticipation of the arrival of vibrant fall colors across the state, Travel Wisconsin is asking fall foliage fans to join the fun and help pick the this year’s best fall drive in the state in the Ultimate Fall Drive Showdown.  …