For your next adventure in Winona, enjoy the scenic roads, trails, and waterways meandering in and out of the Mississippi River Valley. It’s a fun experience here for adventure-seekers and novices alike visiting this historic river community. It’s an excellent place for an outdoor adventure. Then, as the sun sets over Sugar Loaf Bluff, savor a great meal and raise your glass to all that Winona offers:
- Bluffside Park Trail – Mountain bike or hike the bluffs above Winona
- C. A. Rohrer Rose Garden – Stop and smell the flowers, with Sugar Loaf in the background
- Great River Bluffs State Park – Birding and hiking with views of the Mississippi River Valley
- Paddling Opportunities – Enjoy kayaking Lake Winona, or the backwaters of the Mississippi
- Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest – Enjoying Minnesota’s natural landscapes.
Next Adventure Winona shines throughout the year as a hub for arts and recreation in the entire region. – with everything from Shakespeare to backwater paddles, live bands to classical.
Next Adventure Winona Info and Maps
Bike Opportunities
Winona offers a variety of opportunities for cycling enthusiasts, from leisurely rides on paved paths to challenging singletrack mountain biking. Many off-road trails offer vista views and technical challenges for those seeking an adrenaline rush. For the touring cyclist, ride along the Mississippi River Trail and enjoy low-traffic route loops with mileage options to meet your desires.
Here are some options to check out.
Buffside Park (Mountain Biking)
Ride The Ridges – Winona Road Loops
Trout Valley Management Area (Mountain Biking)
Walk/Hiking Opportunities
The Mississippi River Valleys offer flat terrain, gently rolling hills, and spectacular views of Big Muddy and the bluffs. Steep bluffs challenge those looking for a more vigorous adventure. Over a hundred miles of trails wind along the lakes, streams, woods, and fields. In town, enjoy the family-friendly paved trail running along Lake Winona.
John A. Latsch State Park
Great River Bluffs State Park
Snake Creek Management Unit
Kruger Forest Management Unit
Bronk/Plowline trail overview
Trout Valley Management Unit
City of Winona Parks and Facilities
Paddling Opportunities
Here, the mighty Mississippi River beckons paddlers, boaters, and swimmers with its wide channels, intimate backwaters, and sunny beaches. Or, near the base of the bluff, dip your paddle in Lake Winona.
Winona Kayak and Paddle options
Area Bike Shops and Clubs
400 Mankato Ave, Winona
178 Center Street, Winona, Minnesota
Adventure Cycle & Ski | 178 Center St., Winona, MN 55987 | 507-452-4228
Kolter Bicycle & Fitness Inc | 400 Mankato Ave., Winona| 507-452-5665 Lake Lodge Recreational Center | 13 Lake Park Drive, Winona| 507-,453-1955
Winona Area Mountain Bikers
Winona Park & Rec Programs
Where to Play When Not Pursuing That Outdoor Adventure
204 Main St, Winona, MN 55987
1 Walnut street
Winona, MN 55987
800 Riverview Drive Winona, MN 55987
Museum
(507) 474-6626
150 Liberty Street Winona, MN 55987
Historical museum
(507) 457-6095
Winona offers a variety of activities, from numerous picturesque views to historic museums and everything in between.
Winona Tour Boat – Explore the area’s beauty while learning about the area and seeing the local wildlife | 1 Walnut Street, Winona, MN 55987 | 507-458-2842
Minnesota Marine Art Museum https://www.mmam.org/ – Home to major artists such as Monet, Homer, Picasso, and so many more | 800 Riverview Dr., Winona, MN 55987 | 507-474-6626
Watkins Museum & Shop – The free museum allows you to look into the beginnings of the beloved J.R. Watkins products and has a shop where you can choose from over 300 of those products | 150 Liberty Street, Winona, MN 55987 | 507-457-6095
Winona National Bank – More than your ordinary bank, this is a historical destination where you can see the trophies of the original owners, the original vault, and the Tiffany stained-glass windows | West Location: 1491 West Broadway | Downtown Location: 204 Main Street | East Location: 840 Mankato Ave. | 507-454-8800
For more things to do and see in Winona, click here.
Where to Eat
610 East Sarnia St
Winona, MN 55987
351 West 2nd St. Winona, MN 55987
Bagel shop
(507) 454-6787
58 Center Street Winona, MN 55987
Family friendly, homemade food, sit down
(507) 452-2718
252 East 3rd St. Winona, MN 55987
Full bar, live music
From several bakeries offering the nationally acclaimed maple long johns to the popular Boathouse, this area boasts several interesting and charming cafes, coffee shops, and ice cream shops, ideally suited to a cyclist’s taste. Here are just a few of the places to eat in Winona:
Bloedow Bakery – Winona’s hometown bakery since 1924. Famous for doughnuts, rolls, and breads. Step inside and step back in time to handmade goodness. |451 East Broadway Street, Winona |507-452-3682 Lakeview Drive Inn – True to its name, this family-owned restaurant gives you a fantastic view of the lake while serving fresh, delicious food and homemade Root Beer | Menu | 610 East Sarnia St., Winona | 507-454-3723 Suncrest Gardens Farm – Come and relax in Yaeger Valley and experience our farm while enjoying a casual dining experience amongst our backyard gardens. S2257 Yaeger Valley Road, Cochrane, WI | 608-626-2122
For a complete list of places to eat and drink in Winona, click here.
Where to stay when visiting Winona
From a restored river town mansion to the functionality of a standard hotel room or campground, Winona has an array of lodging for every traveler’s taste and budget.
See Places to Stay in Winona.
Public Wi-Fi Spots
Most hotels, coffee shops, and restaurants offer Wi-Fi. The public library is another good option. The Winona Public Library is located at 151 W. 5th St. in Winona and can be contacted at 507-452-4582.
See the Winona Tourism Bureau for more detailed information.