Area Attractions

Things to Do Around
Lenesboro Area

There’s no shortage of things to do in the Lanesboro area. From invigorating outdoor activities to fine dining, there is something for everyone.

Biking the Root River Trail

The most popular attraction of the Historic Bluff Country area! The Root River Trail Boasts over 70 miles of paved bike trail for all types of bicyclists. As you bike through the rolling bluffs (without climbing them) you follow the magnificent Root River. A 74 mile river known for it fantastic canoeing and tubing. If your looking for scenery, fun and maybe a little exercise, Lanesboro and the Historic Scanlan House Bed & Breakfast is the place for you!

Click here for a PDF file of the root river trail from the Minnesota DNR.

For more information, check out the www.RootRiverTrail.org website.

For all of your rental needs, contact The Little River General Storein downtown Lanesboro at 1-800-994-2943, or call us for our special guest rate.

Spend a relaxing day floating through the bluffs on the Root Riverin one our new We-No-Nah Canoes, Dagger Kayaks, Orcas or River Tubes. Or take a spin on the beautiful Root River Trail (70 miles of paved trail) on one of our new 21 speed Fuji bikes.

We also carry a full line of Recumbents – Try a Side By Side Tandem Recumbent, Single Recumbent, 3-Wheel Recumbent or a regular Tandem Bike!

Theater and Arts

Bluff Country Artists Gallery

PO Box 512
Main Street
Spring Grove, MN 55974
Phone: (507)498-ARTS (2787)
Fax: (507)498-5415
Toll free: (877)SG BC ART (742.2278)
Email: [email protected]

Commonweal Theatre Company

206 Parkway Ave. N.
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507)467-2525
Fax: (507)467-2468
Toll free: 800-657-7025
Email: [email protected]
www.commonwealtheatre.org

Cornucopia Art Center

103 Parkway Ave., N
PO Box 152
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507)467-2446
Fax: (507)467-4446
Email: [email protected]
www.lanesboroarts.org

Harmony Jem Movie Theatre

14 Main Avenue North
Harmony,MN 55939
Movie every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. First run movies. $4.00 tickets, fresh popcorn with REAL butter. Bring your own bucket for popcorn and save! Theatre is available to rent for parties, movies, and video games.

Lanesboro Art Council

PO Box 214
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507)467-2787
email: [email protected]
www.lanesboroartcouncil.org

Root River Valley Friends of the Arts, Inc.

204 Parkway Ave. North
P.O. Box 125
Lanesboro, MN 55949
507-467-2488
Contact: Eric Bunge
[email protected]

Museums and Tours

R&M Amish Tours

RR 2, Box 202
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507)467-2128
http://www.rmamish.com/
Amish Tours every day but Sunday
10 am / 1 pm / 4 pm
We will pick up guests of The Historic Scanlan House Bed and Breakfast Inn at the front door

Historic Forestville/ Minnesota Historical Society

RR 2 Box 126
Preston MN 55965
Phone: 507-765-2785
FAX: 507-765-5363
Toll Free: 1-888-727-8386
email: [email protected]
www.mnhs.org/places/sites/hf

International Owl Center

126 E Cedar St, PO Box 536
Houston, MN, 55943
Phone: 507-896-6957
email: [email protected]
www.internationalowlcenter.org
Hours: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, programs including a flying owl each day at 11 AM and 2 PM

Lanesboro Historical Museum

105 Parkway Ave. S.
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507)467-2177

Lanesboro State Fish Hatchery

Rt. 2 Box 85
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507)467-3771

Niagara Cave

29842 County Road 30
Harmony, MN 55939
Phone: (507)886-6606
Fax: (507)886-6432
Toll free: 800-837-6606
email:Â [email protected]
www.niagaracave.com
Seasonal – Nationally known for 60 foot waterfall
Ranked a top ten premier cave

Outdoor Adventures

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center

28097 Goodview Drive
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507)467-2437
Fax: (507)467-3583
Toll free: 888-800-9558
email:Â [email protected]
www.eagle-bluff.org

Fishing & Hunting

Check theÂ Minnesota DNRÂ site for all the facts!

Lanesboro Public Golf Club

900 S. Parkway
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507)467-3742

Niagara Cave

29842 County Road 30
Harmony, MN 55939
Phone: (507)886-6606
Fax: (507)886-6432
Toll free: 800-837-6606
email:Â [email protected]
www.niagaracave.com
Seasonal – Nationally known for 60 foot waterfall
Ranked a top ten premier cave

Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park

21071 County 118 Preston, MN 55965Â
Ph: Main Park:(507) 352-5111, Mystery Cave (507) 937-3251
fax: (507) 352-5113
www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/forestville_mystery_cave

Old Barn Resort & River’s Bend Golf

24461 Heron Road
Preston, MN 55965
Phone: (507) 467-2512 / (800) 552-2512
www.barnresort.com
Seasonal – 18 gorgeous holes, par 70, along river, woods and bluffs
Also Visit: Little River General Stores Shack at the Old Barn Resort!
Rent Tubes, Canoes, Kayaks and Bikes and Experience another Location on the Root River and The Root River Trail.
Open Memorial Weekend to Labor Day Weekend
(507) 467-2245

Little River General Store

105 Coffee Street
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507) 467-2943 / (800) 994-2943
www.LRGeneralStore.net
email:Â [email protected]
Seasonal – Full Service Outfitter!
Bicycle, Recumbent, Canoe, Kayak and Tube RentalÂ
(Fuji Bicycle Dealer and Wenonah Canoe Dealer)
Also visit our secondary location at The Old Barn Resort, Lanesboro, MN

Shopping

Lanesboro is a destination not only for visitors, but also for entrepreneurs. In 2015 alone, ten new businesses began in Lanesboro, with more on the way. Lanesboro’s businesses offer a one-of-a-kind experience including fine art, diverse dining, an invigorating outdoor activities. Local merchants sell everything from outdoor gear to hip togs, body care products to unique souvenirs, and both antiques and jewelry from fine to funky. From the practical to the atypical, youâ€™ll find furniture, apparel, and even treats for your backyard birds.

Amish Experience

105 Parkway Ave., N
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507) 467-2992
www.village-depot.com
Year Round – Amish quilts, books, specialty foods, Boyds Bears, Willow Tree, jewelry, clothing

A close up of a bird with a green background

Avian Acres’ Wild Bird Supply

32637 Grit Road
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507) 467-2996
Toll free: 800-967-BIRDS (2473)
www.avianacres.com
Year Round – Open for Bird Watching, Expertise and Quality Birding Supplies

Cheryls Fabric Garden/Handcrafted Boutique

108 Coffee Street E
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507) 467-4466
www.cherylsfabricgarden.com

Crown Trout Jewelers

107 Parkway Ave N PO Box 96
Lanesboro, MN, 55949
Phone: 507-467-3078
email:Â [email protected]
www.crowntrout.com
Hours: Tues – Sat 10-5
Lanesboro’s premier jewelry Store for over 17 years. Award winning jewelry designers Liz Bucheit and Michael Seiler specialize in custom design, jewelry repair services and classes.

A living room with two chairs, a couch and a table.

Drury’s Furniture

100 Main Street
Fountain, MN
Phone: (800) 561-2000

Emil Farqart

108 Parkway Ave. N.
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507 )467-2004
FAX: (507) 467-1000

E2 Boutique

115 Parkway Ave N
Lanesboro, MN, 55949
Phone: 507-467-2994
Hours: Mon-Thurs 10am-5pm; Fri 10am-6pm; Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 10am-6pm
E2 BOUTIQUE offers fashionable women’s clothing and accessories at affordable prices! We carry Corky shoes and boots, handbags, large selection of scarves, home dÃ©cor, jewelry, boys and girls clothing from infant to size 12. Our popular line of inis (from Ireland) products! Gift Certificates available also.Â

Essence of Lanesboro

100 Parkway Avenue South
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507) 467-2800
Seasonal – Fresh, shop-made natural soaps, lotions, essential oil-based perfumes

Iron Horse Outfitters

100 Coffee Street East
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507) 951-2955
Motorcycle Accessories

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Lanesboro Farmer’s Market

202 Parkway Ave S
Lanesboro, MN, 55949
email: [email protected]
Lanesboro Farmers Market
Hours: May – Oct Sat 9 am-noon
Our farmers and growers have joined together to offer the best in locally produced eggs, honey and maple syrup, fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, dried goods, bedding plants and perennials, wonderful preserves, pickles and relishes, homegrown popcorn, homemade soaps, tasty baked goods and much more. We are located at Sylvan Park in Lanesboro, MN.

Lanesboro Local Marketplace

201 Parkway Avenue North
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507) 467-2944
email:Â [email protected]
www.lanesborolocal.org
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Rediscover local flavor with grab-and-go treats and trail food, locally sourced dairy, bread, lefse, meat, eggs, honey and fresh produce. Find locally handcrafted jewelry, fishing gear, quilts and home goods, plus essentials for campers and travelers.

Little River General Store

105 Coffee Street
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507) 467-2943 / (800) 994-2943
www.LRGeneralStore.net
email:Â [email protected]Â
Seasonal – Full Service Outfitter!
Bicycle, Recumbent, Canoe, Kayak and Tube RentalÂ
(Fuji Bicycle Dealer and Wenonah Canoe Dealer)
Also visit our secondary location at The Old Barn Resort, Lanesboro, MN

Windy Mesa Jewelry and Art

102 Parkway N.
Lanesboro, MN 55949
Phone: (507) 467-2198
www.windymesajewelry.com
Seasonal – Great jewelry, Minnetonka Moccasins and art at great deals

Restaurants

Another Time Ice Cream Parlor & Chocolates

100 Parkway Ave N
Lanesboro, MN 55949
(507)467-3556
email:Â [email protected]

Aroma Pie Shop

618 Main St.
Whalan, MN 55949
(507) 467-2623
email:Â [email protected]
www.thearomapieshop.com

Branding Iron Supper Club

1100 Circle Heights Drive
Preston, MN 55965
(507) 765-3388

Cracked Egg

701 Parkway Ave. S.
Lanesboro, MN 55949
(507) 467-3444

Four Daughters Vineyard & Winery

78757 Minnesota 16
Spring Valley, MN, 55975
(29 miles from Lanesboro)
(507) 346-730
email:Â [email protected]
www.fourdaughtersvineyard.com
Hours: Mon-Thurs 11 am-7 pm; Fri-Sat 11 am-9 pm; Sun 11 am-6 pm