Edgar’s guide to exploring Red Wing outdoors.

Edgar
Edgar’s guide to exploring Red Wing outdoors.

Sightseeing

There are many great place to go to soak up the beauty of the Driftless Area. So called because millions of years ago the icebergs failed to drift this far south and left the beautiful bluffs you see in our area. this makes for beautiful views atop steep bluffs.
The Cannon Valley Trail is a paved rail trail that follows the Cannon River in southeast Minnesota. The trail follows an abandoned Chicago Great Western Railway corridor for 20 miles between Cannon Falls, Minnesota and Red Wing, Minnesota. The trail is suited for all riders and a wheel pass is needs to be purchased for $5 to ride along the trial.
Cannon Valley Trail
Cannon Valley Trail
The Cannon Valley Trail is a paved rail trail that follows the Cannon River in southeast Minnesota. The trail follows an abandoned Chicago Great Western Railway corridor for 20 miles between Cannon Falls, Minnesota and Red Wing, Minnesota. The trail is suited for all riders and a wheel pass is needs to be purchased for $5 to ride along the trial.
This is a hike you’ll want to take at a slow pace due to its steady climb. Even with the elevation gain and several sets of steps, this hike is worth the effort needed to reach the top of the 340-foot bluff. The cliff showcases a spectacular view of the Mississippi River on one side and Red Wing on the other. It’s a pretty trail through a scattering of trees on the south side and, on the north side, a more thickly wooded, rocky trail wedged between the Mississippi and the towering bluff.The main highlight of these trails is to experience the view from the top, where miles of Wisconsin’s and Minnesota’s urban and rural countryside are visible with the backdrop of the beautiful Mississippi River. Caution All trails begin at the end of East Fifth Street. The following caution applies to all trails: Loose Rocks, Steep Slopes, Vertical Drops. Proceed at Your Own Risk. Children should be accompanied by an adult.
11 locals recommend
Barn Bluff
11 locals recommend
This is a hike you’ll want to take at a slow pace due to its steady climb. Even with the elevation gain and several sets of steps, this hike is worth the effort needed to reach the top of the 340-foot bluff. The cliff showcases a spectacular view of the Mississippi River on one side and Red Wing on the other. It’s a pretty trail through a scattering of trees on the south side and, on the north side, a more thickly wooded, rocky trail wedged between the Mississippi and the towering bluff.The main highlight of these trails is to experience the view from the top, where miles of Wisconsin’s and Minnesota’s urban and rural countryside are visible with the backdrop of the beautiful Mississippi River. Caution All trails begin at the end of East Fifth Street. The following caution applies to all trails: Loose Rocks, Steep Slopes, Vertical Drops. Proceed at Your Own Risk. Children should be accompanied by an adult.
This is another beautiful park. Memorial Park's view of the community, Mississippi River and bluffs of both Minnesota and Wisconsin should not be missed. The roadway off East Seventh Street is accessible spring through late fall. Once at the top of Sorin's Bluff, you'll see: 9 hole Frisbee golf course Charcoal grills Hiking and biking trails Open spaces to explore Picnic tables You can also enjoy miles of Mountain Biking trails that are some of Minnesota's finest. Don't forget the disc golf and visit the beautiful bluffs and views at the upper and lower quarry .
14 locals recommend
Memorial Park
315 W 4th St
14 locals recommend
This is another beautiful park. Memorial Park's view of the community, Mississippi River and bluffs of both Minnesota and Wisconsin should not be missed. The roadway off East Seventh Street is accessible spring through late fall. Once at the top of Sorin's Bluff, you'll see: 9 hole Frisbee golf course Charcoal grills Hiking and biking trails Open spaces to explore Picnic tables You can also enjoy miles of Mountain Biking trails that are some of Minnesota's finest. Don't forget the disc golf and visit the beautiful bluffs and views at the upper and lower quarry .
This beautiful park, located along the winding Mississippi River near downtown Red Wing, is the location for many of our community celebrations. Nearby is the historic Boat House Village where one of the only remaining "gin pole" installations is located. This village has provided limitless inspiration for artists and photographers. Bay Point Park is located on Levee Road, north of Highway 61 along the river. It offers: Boat launch Picnic areas Play structure Volleyball court Walking path which is open all year long and lit during evening hours. The distance around Bay Point Park is 2/3 of a mile or three laps equals two miles.
12 locals recommend
Bay Point Park
12 locals recommend
This beautiful park, located along the winding Mississippi River near downtown Red Wing, is the location for many of our community celebrations. Nearby is the historic Boat House Village where one of the only remaining "gin pole" installations is located. This village has provided limitless inspiration for artists and photographers. Bay Point Park is located on Levee Road, north of Highway 61 along the river. It offers: Boat launch Picnic areas Play structure Volleyball court Walking path which is open all year long and lit during evening hours. The distance around Bay Point Park is 2/3 of a mile or three laps equals two miles.
Nestled alongside Colvill Park, Ole Miss Marina at Colvill offers a quiet refuge for boaters. Located at Mile 788.5, this peaceful marina sits alongside Colvill Park. For summer fun, it's literally a walk in the park to the Red Wing Water Park and just a short drive from downtown Red Wing. Amenities Quiet and protected slips 30 amp shore power Showers/bathrooms Boat launch Next door to the Red Wing Water Park Colvill Park - including picnic shelters, tennis/basketball courts, walking trails, play structures, Universal Playground, Discovery Garden, BBQ areas, horseshoe pits
7 locals recommend
Colvill Park
507 Nymphara Ln
7 locals recommend
Nestled alongside Colvill Park, Ole Miss Marina at Colvill offers a quiet refuge for boaters. Located at Mile 788.5, this peaceful marina sits alongside Colvill Park. For summer fun, it's literally a walk in the park to the Red Wing Water Park and just a short drive from downtown Red Wing. Amenities Quiet and protected slips 30 amp shore power Showers/bathrooms Boat launch Next door to the Red Wing Water Park Colvill Park - including picnic shelters, tennis/basketball courts, walking trails, play structures, Universal Playground, Discovery Garden, BBQ areas, horseshoe pits

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The historic churches within walking distance of one another

List of historic churches: Christ Episcopal. Cornerstone Community Church. First Lutheran. First Presbyterian. United Lutheran of Red Wing. First United Methodist. Our Redeemer's Lutheran. St. John's Evangelical Lutheran.