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Lanesboro 1868 Stone Dam
One of only 6 gravity arch dams left in the United States, was created by immigrant craftsmen using unmortared limestone blocks. Listed in the National Registry of Historic Places.
Church Hill Scenic Overlook
From the Visitors Center, go up Kenilworth Ave N to the summer of ''Church Hill.'' A cozy bench here provides a vantage point to enjoy a breathtaking view overlooking Sylvan Park and Lanesboro Dam.
Historic Forestville
Come and explore the choices and changes that faced the inhabitants of this area - from ancient peoples to today's residents. Round out the visit with a game of croquet or horseshoes on the lawn.
Lanesboro Poetry Parking Lot
A unique initiative that weaves poetry into the social and municipal infrastructure of Lanesboro. The 2014 Haiku contest brought in over 180 submissions and a local selection committee chose 15 poems.
Stone Mill Hotel Historic Inn Tour
Open year-round. Free self-guided tours of the themed rooms and suites of our renovated 1884 historic hotel.
Lanesboro Area Art Trail
Visit Lanesboro's vibrant community of artists during self-guided studio art tour on weekends in August, September and October.
Lanesboro Sylvan Park
Sylvan Park (est 1881) with two trout stocked ponds, modern playground equipment, shelters, campground, and the beautiful bluff setting, is a center of Lanesboro Signature Events.
Lanesboro Storytelling Telephone Booth
This decommissioned phone booth was relocated to the Lanesboro History Museum and repurposed as as storytelling kiosk. Pick up the phone and press a number to hear a story about Lanesboro's rich past.
Whalan Ball Field
The ball field is located in the 900 block of Bench Street in Whalan. The field is the location of the annual Fast Pitch Softball Tournament.
The Commonweal Stash Self-Guided Tour
Artist Karl Unnash has created an engrossing permanent installation that encompass the foyer, lobby and restrooms of the Commonweal Theatre - available to view anytime the box office is open.
Bluff Country Studio Art Tour
Art enthusiasts can find exciting treasures in the hills and valleys of Bluff Country during the annual self-guided Studio Art Tour, always the last full weekend in April.
Horse-Drawn Wagon/Sleigh Rides
Ride through the woods overlooking Root River Valley. Listen to the peaceful clip clop, along with the festive sleigh bells. Horse drawn wagon/sleigh rides are available year around.
Colors of Bluff Country Community Mural
Peek behind the St. Mane Theatre to see a large-scale mural honoring the community's heritage and creativity. Collaboratively designed and painted by locals, kids and artists, it's a great photo op!
Niagara Cave
Seasonal. Rated one of the top caves in the U.S. and voted Best Family Destination. Underground waterfall, stalactites, fossils and 18-hole mini golf course.
Guided Trout & Fly Fishing Trips
Spend a full or half day with expert guides exploring the 70 miles of drift boat water and hundreds of wadable miles of streams and rivers in the driftless region of Southeast Minnesota.
International Owl Center
Open year-round: Friday & Sunday from 10:00-3:30 & Saturday 10:00-5:30. Experience big and small live owls up close and personal at the only owl education center in the USA! Pre-registration required.
Discover Sculpture - Explore Lanesboro Medallion Walking Tour
A game of creative hide-and-seek and a social studies lesson! Find 20 iron medallions throughout the town. Pick up your map at the Visitors Center or Lanesboro Arts Gallery.
Coffee Street Walking Bridge
Originally a 1893 railway bridge, restored for pedestrians to cross the river - continue over the bridge, through Gateway Park to the Poetry Parking Lot at the Bass Pond.
Whalan Bluffs Jeep Tours
Enjoy traveling through the bluffs overlooking Whalan. Start at Gator Greens Mini Golf, and travel along the river road, and then up the bluffs.
Amish Backroads Tour
Open year-round, Mon-Sat: Drive in your car to Amish shops and sites guided by pleasant narration. Rent CD at Amish Experience or Stone Mill Hotel and Suites or download at website.
Root River State Trail
Constructed on an abandoned railroad, paved, 42-mile state trail, begins in Fountain and runs through the quaint and picturesque rural communities of Lanesboro, Whalan, Peterson, Rushford and Houston.
Historic Lanesboro: Self-Guided Tour
Take a self-guided tour of historic Lanesboro landmarks, buildings, and B&Bs. Learn about the people and places of Lanesboro. All walkable from downtown. Pick up your map at the Visitors Center.
