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4.5 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.5
28 Reviews

Highway 61 - LaCrescent, MN to Red Wing, MN

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on Mar 31, 2006

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Guest
March 4, 2008
Watch for deer on this ride - my wife and I went…
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Hiwyangel
March 4, 2012
I really enjoy the river rides, nice sweeping…
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Written Directions

Get yourself to Lacrescent, MN (Just outside of La Crosse) and take US 61 North all the way up as it hugs the Mississippi River and takes you into Red Wing, MN. For an awesome return trip, just cross the river into Wisconsin and head south along Wisconsin 35 (the Great River Road) as it hugs the river on the east side ... you're really going to enjoy this trip!!!

Scenery

Ride along the Mississippi River - most beautiful scenery I've ever seen, been to 28 states, nothing like it !!!

Drive Enjoyment

The roads are good quality and have a nice amount of turns as they follow the path of the Mississippi.

Tourism Opportunities

Not really too much to do here but there are place to get gas and food.

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jack black
June 19, 2015
6 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Enduro
Great loop, I personally enjoyed the WI side better, with its small towns and relaxed feel. Took some side roads to check out the river. Both sides (WI and MN ) are great for riding though. Good sweepers and scenery. Stopped in Onalaska and had dinner and pints at The Wharf, highly recommend this local hangout.
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gary957
September 24, 2020
34 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Both sides of the river are great. You stay closer to the Mississippi on the Minnesota side. Great little places to stop anywhere along the route.
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vic106
March 23, 2014
0 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Great ride. Stays close to the river most of the way. Lots of small little river towns. If you have more time, I would recommend adding on hastings and prescott to the loop. Will add about another hour.
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