Lanesboro Minnesota Vacations
Lanesboro Minnesota vacations will take you to one of the most popular southern Minnesota tourist destinations.
Most family vacation destinations in Minnesota include beautiful family vacation resorts, cabins, and dozens of state parks and many other top family vacations spots.
Tiny Lanesboro Minnesota is one of the most charming and picturesque of Minnesota vacation destinations. All of Lanesboro's downtown district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Set in the Root River Valley, and framed by limestone bluffs, Lanesboro Minnesota vacations offer some of southeast Minnesota's loveliest scenery.
A USA Today article stated: "If you're looking for a Midwest Shangri-La, this is it: An idyllic valley (Root River Valley) with a Brigadoon-like village at its heart,"
The author continues - "The main pastimes here are relaxing at the many bed-and-breakfasts, biking the riverside rail-trail system and deciding what to try at the famous pie shop in tiny nearby Whalan. ~10 Great Places to Discover Midwest Charm, 6/2/2005
Outside Magazine designated Lanesboro as a "Top 20 Dream Town".
Ideas about where to stay and what to do in Lanesboro Minnesota
The Root River State Trail, and the Harmony-Prestons state trail, some of the most popular of Minnesota trails, have been instrumental in introducing many people to Lanesboro.
You will enjoy some of the best scenery in Southeastern Minnesota. It's hard to find a better place to enjoy our autumn paradise.
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Though there are lots of hotels, historic bed and breakfast inns and cottages in and around Lanesboro you may find it difficult to find lodgings on a summer weekend.
Check in with the Lanesboro Chamber of Commerce for a last-minute Lanesboro getaway. They can tell you what is available. Several nearby small towns, including Harmony, offer some nice lodging as well.Check our page of Southern Minnesota Bed and Breakfast Inns.
If you are planning a romantic Lanesboro Minnesota vacation, be sure to book your lodgings as far ahead as possible. This popular area of Minnesota draws visitors in all four seasons of the year.
Lanesboro Minnesota Vacations for Families
Lanesboro Minnesota attractions
Museums, the arts and Minnesota wildlife are all attractions here. The Lanesboo Historical Museum is the place to see the woodcarvings of local barber Hans Olson.
The Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center and the Lanesboro Fish Hatchery both have free admission. Take a short hike from the Eagle Bluff location to one of the most stunning overlooks of the Root River.
If a visit to the Eagle center here sparks a desire to know more, visit the National Eagle Center in Wabasha.
Lanesboro offers some of the best scenery in Southern Minnesota, biking trails that rival any in the country and streams where trophy trout are regularly caught.
See a play at the Commonweal Theater, experience the art of local artists at the Cornucopia Art Center, listen to music on the patio on summer evenings at Riverside on the Root. Explore the "old order" way of life with tours of the Amish settlements in the area. Visit Amish farms and shops with Bluffscape Amish Tours.
Lanesboro Minnesota Restaurants
Some favorites include Riverside on the Root where you can sit outdoors and, on summer evenings, listen to music.
Pedal Pushers Cafe offers a typical American menu and some amazing desserts.
Don't miss the Lanesboro Pastry Shoppe.
A Few More Lanesboro Minnesota Vacations Ideas:
Enjoy Lanesboro Festivals including the annual Rhubarb Festival in June and Buffalo Bill Days in August.
Check our page of Rhubarb Recipes!
Lanesboro is one of several charming towns in the BluffLand region of Minnesota. Read more about the 7 Minnesota Regions.
Lanesboro Minnesota vacations are on our list of 10 Best Vacation Spots.
Lanesboro is a perfect stop on your Great River Road Trip.
Side Trips from Lanesboro Minnesota
Visit Harmony Minnesota for amazing shopping, a cave visit and Amish tours.This area has a large Amish population and you can purchase some of their tasty goodies in Harmony.
Jeffers Petroglyphs is where you can hike through ancient carvings created by Native Americans who lived at least 7,000 years ago. Located near the town of Comfry.
Pipestone National Monument is located near the border of Minnesota and South Dakota. Native American craftsmen here preserve the ancient art of carving the red pipestone quarried here into ceremonial pipes and other objects.
New Ulm tourist attractions are a celebrations of German culture in their landmarks, food and drink, and festivals.
Visit Rochester - Home of the Mayo Clinic and so much more.
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Minnesota State Parks Near Lanesboro
Forestville Mystery Cave State Park - How to Get to Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park: Drive north from Preston on Lafayette Freeway for 1 mile to County Road 16. Turn left and drive for 8 miles. Turn left onto Township Road 349. Drive 1 mile, then take the second left onto Township Road 347. Drive for 2.5 miles to County Road 118 and turn right. The park office is 1.3 miles ahead.
Mineopa State Park - Explore the natural beauty and get to see a herd of buffalo.
Other State Parks in This Region of Minnesota: Lake Louise State Park > Myre Big Island State Park > Beaver Creek Valley State Park
More about romantic Lanesboro's appeal to couples.
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Minnesota Historical Society 888-777-8386
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