Upcoming Events In Lanesboro MN
DID YOU KNOW LANESBORO HAS A LONG HISTORY OF BEING A TOWN CELEBRATING THE ARTS?
In September of 2014, the City of Lanesboro unanimously passed a resolution declaring the entire town of Lanesboro an Arts Campus, becoming the first rural town in America to make such a declaration.
YOU’LL ENJOY A VARIETY OF ARTS, MUSIC & EVENTS IN LANESBORO AND THE ROOT RIVER TRAIL TOWNS.
enjoy Everything bluff country has to offer
Bike the trail
Spend more time on your bike because your lodging is right on the Root River State Bike Trail. We have locked indoor bike storage, with keypad entry to keep your bike close and safe.
We also offer convenient bike rental so you can get right on the trail.
Paddle the River
Situated between the Root River and it’s south branch, Lanesboro is a perfect launching point for spending time on the water. Paddle the day away in your kayak and see why the Root River is a Minnesota scenic waterway.
Ski the Trail
We’re Minnesotans and we know how to play in any weather. Enjoy the peace and solitude of skiing, shoeshoeing or kicksledding the Root River trail. Come enjoy the beauty of winter in Lanesboro.
Fish the River
The Root River is a hot spot for fly fishing. There are hundreds miles of wadable waters in the driftless region. Trout fishing is available nearly year round in the Lanesboro area of river.
Ride the road
Riding the bluff country scenic byway is the perfect way to enjoy the limestone cliffs, rushing river and chain of small towns. What’s around the next bend in the road?
Time for some Rest & Recreation
How do you R&R?
People have different things that refresh them. Choose the combination of rest, relaxation and recreation you are looking for. Your personal R&R can be found here!
Riverside & Ride
Rent a bike or bring your own to enjoy the 60 mile Root River Trail. We offer a tandem bike rental for a fun bike riding experience.
Rods & Reels
Catch trout in the Root River and it’s many forks. Want to get started with this skilled sport? Hire a guide bring you to the sweet spots and show you how to get them on your line at Root River Rod Co.
River & Relationships
Kayak, Canoe or Tube down the Root River, a MN Scenic Waterway and enjoy time with your favorite people. Don’t want to bring your own equipment? Rent and get transport from Root River Outfitters, right downtown.
Restaurants & Relaxing
Small town with big city flavor! Enjoy great food in town at Paddle On Coffee, Juniper’s, Pedal Pushers,
Claras, Home Sweet Home and Lanesboro Pastry Shop.
Ride or drive to towns along the river and enjoy a meal at Estelle’s, Sweet Shop & Sandwich Stop or Breakers.
Recreation & Raptors
Visit Eagle Bluff Environmental Center to see their raptors, use the high ropes course, go mountain biking, cross country ski, snowshoe or just go for a walk on their grassy trails.
Reds & rosé
Sip your new favorite wine at Root River 102 and get a charcuterie board or sharable plate too. Visit Sugar Creek Vineyard & Meadery for delicious new flavors. Enjoy a dinner and your favorite wine at Juniper’s.
Rich & Robust
Go on a brewery and distillery tour. Visit Sylvan Brewing, Loon Juice, Trout City Brewing and Karst Brewing. Sip and savor Bourbon Vodka, Rum, Gin, Whiskey, and Bourbon Whiskey Harmony Spirits and RockFilter Distillery. Check out the new distillary and lounge or wine and crafted pizza at 4 Daughters Vineyard.
Riffs & Rhythms
Relax with a drink and live music at High Court Pub, Sylvan Brewing or even on occasion at Home Sweet Home. Buy tickets for a live show at the St. Mane Theater put on by Lanesboro Arts.
Round & RAnge
Engage in recreational competion with family or friends over a game of golf. Enjoy a game at the edge of town at Lanesboro Golf Club. Golf over 6000 yards though beautiful bluff country at Old Barn’s Golf Course. Play a friendly 9 holes at Preston Golf Course or challenge the kids to a round of Put-Put at Gator Greens on the Root River trail in Whalan.
Rackets & rUns
Get on the court and play with friends. We are a short walk to the tennis, pickleball, basketball and volleyball courts @ Sylvan Park. We offer affordable equipment rentals so you can enjoy a game and recreate your favorite way.
reward & retail
Peruse local shops for items to reward yourself with. Find gifts for friends and build relationships. Lots of unique items at The Peddler, E2 Boutique, Lanesboro Arts, and Spellbound Atelier.
Bikers to shop for? Make sure to head to Iron Horse Outfitters or Little River General Store.
Rural & Reverent
Visit local Amish farms and step back in time. Connect with a different way of doing life and shop their hand-made wares. Go on a self-guided tour or an informative and fun guided tour with Bluffscapes Amish Tours right in Lanesboro.
Ride & Rush
Make the most of the winter with a journey throgh bluff country. The state snowmobile trail goes right in front of our inn. Warm up for a night after a day in the woods.
Respite & Recover
Enjoy the serenity of fresh snow. Go for a journey in the woods with our rentable snowshoes or kicksled. Never used a kicksled? Check out a video.
realism & Renditions
Take in a show at Commonweal Theater, a professional theater putting on entertaining and thought provoking plays. Peruse work by local artists and pick up a new work at Lanesboro Arts or take in a show at the St. Mane Theater.
Real & ripe
Get back to basics at a local farm or orchard. Find your way through a regionally themed corn maze or go on a hay ride at Big Spring Corn Maze. Buy fresh apples and baked treats at Blossom Hill Apples. Pick up some farm fresh meats from grass fed cattle at Grandpa Don’s Market.
Ruts & Rocks
Try out single track riding at Eagle Bluff’s new mt. bike trail, this .6 mile trail is easy enough to be a good introduction. Want a more serious ride? Stop on your way here at Gamehaven.