From scenic highways to winding waterways, the La Crosse Region offers routes that connect you to nature, community, and discovery around every turn. See where the road (or river) takes you!
Explore the La Crosse Region from the Highway
Captivating views are just a road trip away!
Grandad Bluff
Grandad Bluff has become not only a destination point for thousands, but also a famous symbol of the great Driftless Region. The 600-ft high bluff overlooks the city of La Crosse, the Mississippi River Valley, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa. Just a short 10-minute drive up a winding bluff road there are legendary sights of summer greenery. This signature sight is a bucketlist must when visiting the
La Crosse Region.
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Great River Road
Up for a road trip? Enjoy beautiful 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. Over two-thirds of that distance traverses protected land, offering myriad birdwatching and other outdoor opportunities. And 33 charming river towns dot the landscape along the highway providing stopping points to find farmer’s markets, wineries & breweries, and more.
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Apple Blossom Overlook
Swing through La Crescent, MN along Apple Blossom Scenic Drive for a short, but epic scenic overlook of the region. Wind your way up the charming bluff and ascend at the designated overlook for a view of a lifetime. Next, walk down a short path and into the woods that opens up to an expansive, rocky view of the entire state below. This route is famous for its breathtaking landscape bursting with thousands of apple blossoms in the spring!
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Great River Landing
The Great River Landing in Onalaska, WI plays host to the trailhead of the Great River State Trail, on which bicyclists can enjoy the 101 miles of interconnecting state trails and enjoy beautiful views of Lake Onalaska and the Black River. The Great River Landing is renowned for its natural beauty, Welcome Center, and friendly atmosphere. Another famous stop along the Great River Road is Sunny the Sunfish; a massive and brightly colored sunfish sculpture that reaches 15 feet high and 25 feet long. He, and the overlook of which he sits, are ideal family-photo opportunities.
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Explore the La Crosse Region from the Water
Coast the calm waterways at sunset or turn it up a notch on majestic, renowned rivers.
The La Crosse Region offers adventure for both paddlers of all levels and boaters.
