Shop garage sales and local business specials throughout the ten towns in the Root River Trail Towns organization and everywhere in between.
Your home away from home. Friendly five-room motel in a 1900 home, all with private bath/AC. Homey, impeccably clean, affordable.
AcenTek, a member-owned cooperative, is your local provider for voice, video, internet and business solutions. Serving communities in southeastern Minnesota, northeastern Iowa and Michigan since 1950.
Action Fitness is the complete workout center whether you are looking for free weights, exercise machines or classes! We have it all! Open 24 hours, seven days a week!
America's largest wartime veterans service org. Open daily. Everyone welcome. Beer, liquor, pizza, gambling, popcorn, snacks, merchandise available. Large upstairs deck, banquet hall and kitchen.
Open year-round. Books, specialty foods, Willow Tree, jewelry, clothing. Bike and camping items.
Caribou Coffee and espresso bar. Serving Bridgeman's ice cream, Abdallah chocolates, frappes, malts, shakes, floats, bottled drinks and tea. Serving smiles and delicious memories!
In its 43rd year experience annual fine arts festival with over 90 exhibitors live music and family art activities. 10am-5pm
Located above Lanesboro Arts in the heart of downtown, just steps from restaurants, shops, entertainment and the river. The Art Loft provides lodging that is ideal for families, couples and artists.
Barb's Carpet Care will make your home or business look its best.
This award-winning inn was named ''Connoisseur's Favorite'' in the Minneapolis Star Tribune: Berwood is nothing short of art.
Bethlehem Lutheran Church is located on the hill overlooking Lanesboro and is a congregation of the Southeastern Minnesota Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Everyone welcome.
Southeastern Minnesota fall destination for family fun! Ten-acre corn maze, pick-your-own-pumpkin patch, 20+ activities, all on an operating farm. Open weekends and MEA, mid-September to Halloween.
Old-time music festival/camp with workshops, concert and square dance. Many musicians provide pop-up performances in the park and around the community.
Juried artist at the Lanesboro Arts Gallery, Barb Jeffers captures the beautiful rural landscape within the Driftless Region along with the communities, businesses and tourism of the area.
We specialize in rural recreational properties and hobby farms. Combining 25+ years of passion for hunting and recreating in the outdoors with business experience to maximize rural land market value.
Our retreat offers two rental options, accommodating 1 to 16 guests and is located on 80 acres of woodlands and native grasslands with miles of mowed trails throughout the property.
Vacation rental in Lanesboro with hiking trails, close to Root River in a private setting. Cabin-themed décor.
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.
Step back in time and take a fully-narrated three-hour tour to Amish farms and shops. Learn about their culture by meeting Amish farmers, families and shopkeepers.
Lanesboro's city-wide festival: marketplace; food booths; entertainment; dance; volleyball and softball tournaments; grand parade and fireworks.
Licensed general contractor (MN Lic. #7867) serving Preston, Lanesboro and Harmony area with residential and light commercial construction services since 1980.
Open year-round. Our quaint gift store offers a unique variety of area products, handcrafted items and seasonal apparel, accessories and jewelry. Five minutes from Lanesboro.
Cedar Valley Resort offers rentals for canoes, kayaks, tubes, bikes, cross-country skis, snow-shoes and snow-tubes. Must be 18 years old to rent equipment or with a responsible adult.
A resort offering multi-bedroom deluxe cabins that sleep two to 38 guests. A perfect setting for friends, reunions, girls' get-a-ways and retreats. Located by the Root River and Root River State Trail
One of my greatest joys is working with bright, bold color. I blend colors to make things out of fabric and add decorative stitching to create motion and depth.
A popular ticketed event held every 2-3 years on first Sunday of December showcasing B&Bs and Inns charmingly decorated for the holidays.
From the visitors center, go up Kenilworth Ave N to the summit of Church Hill. A cozy bench here provides a respite to enjoy a breathtaking view overlooking Sylvan Park and Lanesboro Dam.
Contact our office for all your camping, building rental or utility questions. We can also assist with planning and zoning or city regulation questions.
Multiple tent and 16 camper sites with water/electric are available on first-come first-served basis. No reservations. Bathhouse in Sylvan Park is open to all campers and includes coinoperated showers
Multiple tent and 27 camper sites with water/electric are available on first-come first-served basis. No reservations. Bathhouse in Sylvan Park is open to all campers and includes coinoperated showers
Alongside the Root River Trail System and the beautiful Root River, Whalan offers a wealth of cultural, year-round recreational and sporting opportunities.
Clara's Eatery offers fresh and delicious options for all of your adventures in Bluff Country. Sandwiches, paninis, pizza and 16 different flavors of Chocolate Shoppe ice cream!
Located across from bike trail with fantastic patio view of bluffs. Amenities include TV, Wi-Fi, large, private full-bath, blow-dryers, private access to each room. Six rooms available.
An 1893 railway bridge, restored for pedestrians. Continue over the bridge, through Gateway Park and to the Poetry Parking Lot at the Bass Pond.
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!
Award-winning, professional live theatre since 1989! With an enticing mix of musicals, comedies, dramas and more, there's something for everyone at the Commonweal!
Convenient location in beautiful downtown Lanesboro. The Cottage House Inn makes you feel at home with our front porch, clean rooms and warm hello. Standard rooms with private bath and two suites.
Whole-house rental. Family-owned and operated.
Liz Bucheit and Michael Seiler of Crown Trout Jewelers are international award winning jewelry designers and goldsmiths with over 45 years combined experience in custom jewelry design and repair.
Come visit our house on the hill overlooking scenic Whalan. The inn overlooks the Gator Greens Mini Golf, the Root River and the Root River Bike Trail in Whalan.
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.
Open year-round. Driftless Fiber Arts has many textile and fiber offerings including quilts, yarn, fabric, thread, and notions. Check out ongoing knitting/crochet and quilting classes and retreats.
Open year-round. Affordable trendy fashions for all ages. Come in and see our wide variety of kids and adult fashions and gifts.
Let our professional guides help you reach new heights on our ropes course or explore Bluff Country on our nine miles of hiking, mountain and fat tire biking and snow-shoe/ski trails.
The Eagle Bluff Nature Preschool kindergarten readiness program is designed for children ages 3-5 and uses environmental education to support the development of the whole child.
Located just three miles east of Lanesboro, Eagle Cliff offers something for everyone. Accommodations include river-front tent sites, full hookups and a five-room motel.
Eagle Cliff Campground offers a variety of rentals, including bicycles, canoes, kayaks and tubes. Two- or four-hour trips and shuttle service available.
Located just three miles east of Lanesboro, Eagle Cliff offers something for everyone. Accommodations include river-front tent sites, full hookups and a five-room motel.
A welcoming small church in rural Lanesboro, surrounded by the fields and hills of southeastern Minnesota. Worship schedule is seasonal. Check website or Facebook for schedule.
Holiday fun for the whole family! Cookie decorating; bonfires; shopping and Santa! Support your neighborhood businesses on Small Business Saturday.
Your full service digital marketing experts helping businesses develop and run effective internet ad campaigns that get results. Product photography, video, website design.
We make banking easy! Simplify your banking with these easy-to-use services: online banking and bill pay, mobile app featuring instant balance, remote mobile deposit and person-to-person payments.
Enjoy Oktoberfest and seasonal fall beers from Midwestern craft breweries at Lanesboro bars and restaurants.
Family-friendly fun-filled fall event to enjoy Lanesboro with a scavenger hunt; wagon ride; pumpkin & cookie decorating and so much more!
5th Sun Gardens is a low dose cannabis/hemp edible lounge and retailer.
Host of Fillmore County Fair since 1865. This multi-generational event is a reflection of the values, culture, history, heritage and dreams of all who call Fillmore County their home.
$20/person, 4:30 - 7:30pm. Drive through, walk-up or dine in the park. If inclement weather, meal will be served in the community center.
Come play a relaxing game of miniature golf. It is a great way to take a load off your bike seat. Located right on the Root River State bicycle trail, it is the perfect opportunity to take a break.
Join your friends for Lanesboro's fifth annual Spring Pub Crawl. Participating bars are serving Surly. Enjoy great beer and time with friends, and crawl on!
Lanesboro Community Celebration Spring and Fall Event. Includes a style show, live music, street market, drawings and discounts in participating stores.
Exciting action by some of the most talented female athletes from the area. Age groups of 12 and under through 18 and under will be competing in this three day event. Refreshments available onsite.
'Eric is, by far, the best painter in the area. He is meticulous and efficient. His attention to detail is what sets him apart. He's who to call if you want the job done right.'' -- Nancy Martinson
Largest selection of beer, wine and spirits in bluff country! We specialize in craft beers, micro brews and local wines-in addition to all your liquor needs.
Located next to the historic Lanesboro dam, this small shop offers shaved ice with many delightful flavors. So refreshing on a hot day!
Hero Insurance & Planning: Integrated Wealth Management and Insurance Planning firm. We are a trusted fiduciary advisor. Investment, estate, retirement, insurance, philanthropy planning.
We invite you to explore the fields at our family-owned farm in the Driftlless Area where we grow more than 600 varieties of peonies.
Peonies are sold potted on the farm or shipped bare root.
The best food, drinks and live music in southeast Minnesota. At High Court Pub we are all about craft beers - we have 11 on tap - and feature MN and other regional drafts.
Come and explore the choices and changes that faced the inhabitants of this area-from ancient civilizations to today's residents. Round out the visit with a game of croquet or horseshoes on the lawn.
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 visitor center.
An authentic Queen Anne Victorian with the decor of the past and the amenities of today. All rooms have private baths and include full use of the grounds.
True stories of Lanesboro's past performed in our historic streets and building with original scripts.. Performances and guided history walking tours. See website for details.
Welcome to Hotel Lanesboro, where we pride ourselves on providing an unforgettable experience in one of our 9 unique rooms. Book your stay with us today and get ready to explore, rest, and relax.
Full-service grocery providing fresh produce, meat, bakery and deli products, including local favorites, including Spring Grove Soda, Norsland Lefse, and more.
Full-service grocery providing fresh produce, meat, bakery and deli products, including local favorites, including Spring Grove Soda, Norsland Lefse, and more.
Full-service grocery providing fresh produce, meat, bakery and deli products, including local favorites, including Spring Grove Soda, Norsland Lefse, and more.
Experience big and small live owls up close and personal at the only owl education center in the USA!
Exquisitely restored 1870 home on 1.3 acres right next to the historic dam. Excellent location within easy walking distance to all attractions. Queen beds, private baths and beautiful setting.
Joan's studio is a short drive from Lanesboro. Her classic and playful styles of oil and watercolor paintings reflect the winding roads and unique landscape of the Lanesboro area.
Definitive big picture outlook on real estate, combined with notable reputation for attention to detail, passion and expertise in his business is evident to both buyers and sellers alike
Elevated fast-casual restaurant, located on the Root River water front. Chef-driven and prepared seasonal menus, utilizing quality, local produce, meats, seafoods and desserts.
We have helped people buy all kinds of insurance since 1970: home, auto, farm, crop, business, life and health and Medicare supplements. We also help people buy and sell homes, farms and businesses.
Fight the winter blues and get out of the house by visiting Lanesboro for shopping, dining and entertainment. Don't forget to embrace the outdoor adventures and snow challenges!
Come shop 'til you drop where you will find deals, prizes, and more! Second Weekend in May and 3rd weekend in September.
Celebrate Halloween by trick-or-treating at local businesses and show off creative costumes!
Gather with friends and family and dance the night away! Gather for wine and a social hour prior to a delicious meal. Dancing begins after dinner and continues through the evening.
Welcome new Lanesboro and Whalan business owners, community leaders and residents; part of a nationwide initiative to help communities celebrate unity = Sponsored by the Lanesboro Chamber and EDA
Dine at a local establishment and take in live music at various venues. Celebrate the arrival of the new year with a ball drop at midnight.
One of only six gravity arch dams left in the US. It was created by immigrant craftsmen using mortar-less limestone blocks. Listed in the National Registry of Historic Places.
Artists open the doors to their studios, from 10 am to 5 pm. This self-guided tour through town and the region allows visitors to talk with artists and see their work spaces.
Your information source for the Lanesboro area. Located downtown on the Root River State Trail. Find a place to stay, menus, maps and event announcements. Free guest Wi-Fi.
Nonprofit 501c(3) that serves the Lanesboro area by strengthening today and building a better tomorrow. The mission is to be a good neighbor by investing in the vitality of the people and community.
Multi-disciplinary arts organization that serves diverse audiences through year-round programming in its galleries, at the St. Mane Theatre and in public spaces throughout the community.
Year-round non-profit art gallery presenting accessible and diverse artworks in a rotating exhibition gallery, a juried sales gallery featuring 90+ artists and artist demonstrations.
Your small town convenience store with quality gas, groceries, snacks and DNR licenses. 24-hour pay-at-the-pump available.
Year-round, self-serve two-bay car wash and a laundromat with eight-20lb washers and dryers and one 35lb washer and dryer. Change machine available.
Open year-round. Perfect for business conferences, reunions, weddings and dances. Capacity is 400 people.
LCT presents a winter play, a summer musical and movies in the park in the fall. Look for us on Facebook to learn about auditions and performances.
A farmers' market in the heart of bluff country offering customers fresh local produce, canned goods, baked items, honey, maple syrup and goat milk soap.
Experience the culture and values of Lanesboro's people. Three floors of history, an interactive phone booth and activities for kids. The museum is part of Lanesboro's voice to the world.
A unique initiative that weaves poetry into the social and municipal infrastructure of Lanesboro. The lot features 15 winning poems from a 2014 Haiku contest.
Excellent full-service library, open Mon-Sat. Comfy chairs and Wi-Fi. Ongoing book sale. Summer programming. Visitors welcome.
LPS offers an excellent core-course education, affordable in-house daycare and preschool, a strong community connection, and a caring and safe environment.
Family-owned and operated business specializing in providing a fair, competitive market for livestock buyers and producers. We look forward to serving your livestock needs.
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.
Sylvan Park (est 1881) has two trout-stocked ponds, modern playground equipment, shelters, campground and a beautiful bluff settings.
Spacious smoke-free rentals for seniors (62+) or people with disability. Pets allowed with deposit. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Lanesboro's original outfitting and bike shop (37 yrs). Bicycle sales and rentals, tube rentals. Full line of bike accessories, clothing and gift items. Shuttle service available (restrictions apply).
Reconnect with your sweetheart during a weekend away--lighted luminaries, couples? activities and discounts.
Honoring our fallen comrades with a parade, program of patriotic music, speakers and gun salute with taps.
Merchants Bank offers business, ag, SBA, home and consumer loans, lease financing, business and personal checking and savings accounts. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.
MiEnergy is a wholesale electricity provider to the City of Lanesboro.
Roofing and remodeling professionals.
Seasonal. Rated one of the top caves in the US and voted Best Family Destination. Underground waterfall, stalactites, fossils and 18-hole mini golf course.
Southern Minnesota's premier B&B. Experience the charm of another era in this elegant, Victorian home. Six suites, all with private bath. National Historic Register.
The Old Barn Resort features 276 campsites, 18-hole golf course, four rooms, full restaurant and bar, outdoor patio, three-season swimming pool, 60-mile paved bike trail and trout fishing.
Charmingly remodeled 1910 classic home with five rooms, each with private bath. Expanded continental breakfast included. Your home away from home.
Popular modern coffeehouse hang-out in the middle of Lanesboro. Maker boutique with locally handcrafted items. hand crafted lemonade, teas, & smoothies farm-to-table food for breakfast and lunch.
Accountant and tax preparer specializing in tax returns, payroll, bookkeeping services for individuals, small businesses, agriculture operations, trusts, estates and non-profit organizations.
Made-from-scratch cooking featuring locally-grown meats, dairy and in-season produce.
Professional portrait art for your home. Sessions offered on location or in studio. Schedule your appointment for portraits you'll treasure for years to come. Commercial photography also available.
The ultimate team fundraiser for the American Cancer Society that brings communities together to fight cancer. It's an opportunity to remember loved ones lost and honor survivors of all cancers.
Celebrate Minnesota's sweet-tart favorite. Free tastings of rhubarb delights games music and fun.
A double level home for rent. Main level and upper level both offer 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, full baths, and quaint living area. Located walking distance to downtown Lanesboro. $80-$130 per night.
Downtown. Fast Wi-Fi (Fiber). Locked bike and equipment room. Terraced garden with outdoor spaces. Good coffee. Suites with kitchens and private decks. In-room fridge. Breakfast pastry. Smart TV.
A leisurely float in the South branch of the Root River is a great way to escape the heat during the sweltering days of summer. We offer two trips of varying lengths that will keep you cool and wet.
Open year-round. Full-service trout fishing shop: gear and guides. Custom bamboo rod maker and vintage tackle dealer.
Come for some, stay 'til one, it's all good fun! The small town local watering hole.
Constructed on an abandoned railroad, the paved, 42-mile state trail, begins in Fountain and runs through picturesque rural communities of Lanesboro, Whalan, Peterson, Rushford and Houston
Fully-furnished, two-bedroom, Amish-built log cabin on the Root River Bike Trail. Sleeps eight.
An environmentally-sensitive bed and breakfast tucked in a residential neighborhood of Lanesboro. Even men like us! Extraordinary breakfasts. Enchanting rooftop gazebo.
Open year-round. Newly renovated rental available for groups and family gatherings. Full kitchen. Capacity: 100 or 60 at tables.
Call for rates. Call for rates.
Intimate performing arts and historic downtown 126-seat venue presenting a full schedule of concerts, film screenings, professional drama and community theatre productions.
Steve Harris, author of ''Lanesboro, Minnesota,'' is a writer and is available for freelance contract work.
Open year-round. Discover unique clothing, jewelry, Baggallini, Amish baskets, cards and home décor. Amish Backroads Tour CD available for rent.
Stone Mill Hotel & Suites offers 13 themed guest rooms that are unique, relaxing and rich in amenities. Our location puts you within walking distance of all Lanesboro has to offer. Open year-round!
Studio pottery featuring wood fired functional work. Open by appointment or during Bluff Country Studio Art Tour or Lanesboro Area Art Trail.
Comfy, Crafty and a little bit Crazy, Lanesboro's first brewery in over 100 years is serving up delicious beer with friendly and personable service.
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.
Enjoy the beautiful Bluff Country views in this fully remodeled property in historic Lanesboro. High-speed internet and Smart TV. Sleeps six comfortably with two bedrooms, one bath and a loft.
Surrounded by bluffs, the event center has all the ambiance and amenities for your group's next event 2,000 square-feet of meeting space with stone fireplace, two breakout rooms, kitchen, a/v and deck
A family-owned business that started in 1965. We offer a full line of plumbing and heating services for residential and commercial building needs. 24-hour service.
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.
Enjoy traveling through the bluffs overlooking Whalan. Start at Gator Greens Mini Golf and travel along the river road and then up the bluffs.
Enjoy an ice cream treat, homemade fudge, Abdallah Chocolates, cold sandwiches, a cold drink and an array of snacks. We also have bike accessories, handmade gifts, souvenirs and much more!
Whalan Lutheran Church is serving the community and engaging and encouraging others through a life-changing journey. Alternating start times each month.
Seasonal - Authentic Native American jewelry and art.
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