Believe it or not, La Crosse County has a few claims to fame. Here’s a list of 5 things that stemmed from the area we know and love…in some way or another… LaCroix You’re probably familiar with this bubbly brand. You may also know, or wouldn’t be surprised, that it is the number one sparkling water… Read more »
This city is not only a great location to visit, but also a hometown to many well-known names. If you needed more reasons to visit La Crosse County take a look at who (or what) claims it as their birthplace… #5-Gottlieb Heileman Heilman is best known for founding The G. Heileman Brewing Company in 1858… Read more »
Who’s out enjoying the beautiful spring weather? ????♂️ McGilvary Road/Bridges in Holmen offers a gorgeous walk through marshland of the Van Loon Wildlife Refuge.????? #getoutside #explore #nature #wildlife #hiking #wakingtrail #recreation #holmenwi #lacrossecounty #explorelacrosse A post shared by Explore La Crosse (@explorelacrosse) on May 4, 2017 at 3:34pm PDT By: Anastasia Penchi Holmen is… Read more »
Looking for a great dining experience when you visit La Crosse County? Check out these five hidden gem restaurants that are just as good as the popular places, or, dare we say it, even better. 1. The Mint This restaurant is a farm to table experience, with locally sourced fresh food coming in daily. If you… Read more »
International Friendship Gardens, Riverside Park La Crosse enjoys thriving relationships with sister cities, business partners, students and people from around the world. To celebrate the success of these partnerships, and build a tribute to the culture and traditions of our worldwide friends, local volunteers have worked together to create the Riverside International Gardens in Riverside Park,… Read more »
La Crosse is known by locals as the place where three rivers meet… The superstar of these three rivers is the Mississippi, first made famous by Mark Twain and his novel, “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” La Crosse has a population of just more than 50,000 people, and is considered one of the main… Read more »
The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe is within beautiful natural surroundings that will help pilgrims raise their hearts and minds in thanksgiving to the beauty of God’s creation. The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe will forever be a spiritual destination for visitors from all over the world. The Shrine is nestled in on… Read more »
When thinking about kayaking, and other paddling the meandering waterways of the La Crosse area are an absolute paradise for paddlers of every stripe. Take the family on a gentle canoe ride through relaxing wetlands courses, or enjoy moderate to strenuous kayaking adventures along the Mississippi, Black, or La Crosse Rivers. Canoe trails, launches, and… Read more »
La Crosse likes its tradition. So it’s shouldn’t be a surprise that a city known for a large-scale German Oktoberfest celebration also tailors its menu to the needs of its Roman Catholic residents who observe Lent and avoid most meats each spring. So begins the Friday night Fish Fry. No matter if it’s a restaurant… Read more »
The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe will forever be a spiritual destination for visitors from all over the world. The Shrine is nestled in on over 100 acres of God’s Country in the Mississippi River Valley. In addition to the many beautiful chapels, statues, gardens, and devotional areas, the Shrine has a full service… Read more »
