Best Places To See Fall Foliage In The La Crosse Region

Located off Highway 35/2nd Avenue and Irvin Street in Onalaska, the Great River Landing plays host to the trailhead of the Great River State Trail, famous for the 101 miles of interconnecting state trails.  A new visitor center allows for beautiful views of Lake Onalaska and the Black River lit with warm golds and rich oranges of shoreline and bluff sides in the distance. You can enjoy the contrasting sculptures or relax on the porch swings available to visitors to soak in all of the fall beauty.

Want to savor some scenic views while enjoying the comfort of your own car? You can explore beautiful fall scenery, access to excellent hiking, fishing, and boating, rugged bluffs, and of course the picturesque Mississippi River along the Wisconsin Great River Road.
U.S. Highway 35 covers 250 miles in the state of Wisconsin, from Prescott in the north to Kieler in the south. With 33 charming river towns to dot the landscape along the highway, the opportunities to experience convenient stopping points with hospitality, farmer’s markets, wineries & breweries, and family activities are endless.

River View Vineyard and Winery is nestled in the scenic bluffs of Apple Blossom Scenic Drive, North of La Crescent, Minnesota. Opened in 2003, the vineyard was started with cold-hardy grapes, La Crosse (white), Frontenac (red), and Swenson Red (rose), developed for our Region by Elmore Swenson and the University of Minnesota. The winery offers ten different types of wines to enjoy while overlooking the entire Mississippi River Valley aglow with fall leaves and fresh, crisp breezes reminding you just how cozy autumn can be.U.S. Highway 35 covers 250 miles in the state of Wisconsin, from Prescott in the north to Kieler in the south. With 33 charming river towns to dot the landscape along the highway, the opportunities to experience convenient stopping points with hospitality, farmer’s markets, wineries & breweries, and family activities are endless.

Are you looking for a day of wide-open spaces, fun spots, fresh air, and autumn sunshine, disc golf, and unique lodging? If that’s you, then come out to Justin Trails Resort! With two championship disc golf courses, Classic & Big Brother, you can get active amidst the glowing bluffs and rural forest. The property is 150 acres of forest and 50 acres of grassy mowed trails, tillable cropland, and gardens. Justin Trails Resort is located near Sparta, Wisconsin, and is noted as one of the top Wisconsin Bed and Breakfasts by TripAdvisor. From playing to staying, Justin Trails offers the opportunity to soak in the fall foliage in a safe setting.U.S. Highway 35 covers 250 miles in the state of Wisconsin, from Prescott in the north to Kieler in the south. With 33 charming river towns to dot the landscape along the highway, the opportunities to experience convenient stopping points with hospitality, farmer’s markets, wineries & breweries, and family activities are endless.