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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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BVSoftail
August 29, 2021
48 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
beautiful. as good as it gets n the midwest.
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Brian Nefzger
September 21, 2021
50 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Always a nice putt.
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VulcanDan
May 2, 2022
129 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
I took a trip to Onalaska, WI last year, and decided to ride to Wabasha, MN since one of my absolute favorite movies is Grumpy Old Men. I decided to take this loop for the trip. Despite the rain I rode in throughout that day, I had a great time. The roads were decent, and following the river was nice. There were a few places to stop along the way, and plenty of chances to get gas. I stopped at Slippery's for lunch, because, well, Grumpy Old Men, it's the thing to do. Very enjoyable ride, and I have absolutely no regrets. I'd love to do it again in better weather, but all was well.
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