Guidebook for River Falls
Parks & Nature
Kinnickinnic State Park is a 1,242-acre Wisconsin state park in which the Kinnickinnic River joins the St. Croix River. The park is open year-round from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Vehicle admission WI plates $8/day; out of state plates $11/day.
There are two sections to the Kinnickinnic State Park; the "developed" side just north (2 mile drive) with hiking trails, scenic views, picnic areas, and a sandy swimming area on the St. Croix River. This area is marked by buoys, no lifeguard on duty.
The second "undeveloped" is right in your backyard. Feel free to explore the "Devil's Kitchen" or "Punchbowl", a true hidden gem; the trail meanders through the woods to this wonder of nature.
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Kinnickinnic State Park
W11983 820th AvenueKinnickinnic State Park is a 1,242-acre Wisconsin state park in which the Kinnickinnic River joins the St. Croix River. The park is open year-round from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Vehicle admission WI plates $8/day; out of state plates $11/day.
There are two sections to the Kinnickinnic State Park; the "developed" side just north (2 mile drive) with hiking trails, scenic views, picnic areas, and a sandy swimming area on the St. Croix River. This area is marked by buoys, no lifeguard on duty.
The second "undeveloped" is right in your backyard. Feel free to explore the "Devil's Kitchen" or "Punchbowl", a true hidden gem; the trail meanders through the woods to this wonder of nature.
Sightseeing
Welcome to the Great River Road Visitor and Learning Center at Freedom Park in Prescott, Wisconsin. Located at the northern gateway to Wisconsin’s Great River Road, a National Scenic Byway, the Center overlooks the scenic upper Mississippi River Valley where the St. Croix River enters the mighty Mississippi. Stroll our trails, see the blue waters of the St. Croix mix with the brown Mississippi waters, enjoy our educational native plant gardens, and look for raptors, migrating birds and other wildlife at this Audubon Birding site and Watchable Wildlife site.
Fall Center Hours
Labor Day – Nov. 30
Tuesday–Saturday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday: Noon–5 p.m. Monday: Closed
Freedom Park
200 Monroe StWelcome to the Great River Road Visitor and Learning Center at Freedom Park in Prescott, Wisconsin. Located at the northern gateway to Wisconsin’s Great River Road, a National Scenic Byway, the Center overlooks the scenic upper Mississippi River Valley where the St. Croix River enters the mighty Mississippi. Stroll our trails, see the blue waters of the St. Croix mix with the brown Mississippi waters, enjoy our educational native plant gardens, and look for raptors, migrating birds and other wildlife at this Audubon Birding site and Watchable Wildlife site.
Fall Center Hours
Labor Day – Nov. 30
Tuesday–Saturday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday: Noon–5 p.m. Monday: Closed
DISCOVER the wonders of Crystal Cave on our one-hour tour led by Certified Cave Guides. EXPLORE the passages more than 70 feet below ground. LEARN about the history, geology, and bats of Wisconsin’s longest cave!
Whether it’s raining, snowing, or the sun is shining, the cave is always 50 degrees and dry. Escape the summer heat or the cold days of early spring or late fall.
2018 Season Hours:
Memorial - Labor Day 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
September - October 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Prices Vary $16 - $23 (adult) $10 - $17 (youth)
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Crystal Cave
W965 WI-29DISCOVER the wonders of Crystal Cave on our one-hour tour led by Certified Cave Guides. EXPLORE the passages more than 70 feet below ground. LEARN about the history, geology, and bats of Wisconsin’s longest cave!
Whether it’s raining, snowing, or the sun is shining, the cave is always 50 degrees and dry. Escape the summer heat or the cold days of early spring or late fall.
2018 Season Hours:
Memorial - Labor Day 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
September - October 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Prices Vary $16 - $23 (adult) $10 - $17 (youth)
Entertainment & Activities
Kinni Creek offers fly fishing trips, kayak tours, and longer paddling overnight camping adventures. The fly fishing and kayaking are done mostly on the Kinnickinnic River. There are two sections of river for kayak trips and access to several coldwater spring creeks in St. Croix & Pierce County for fly fishing.
3-5 hour kayaking trips on the Upper or Lower Kinni make for a glorious day!
Kinni Creek Lodge and Outfitters
545 N Main StKinni Creek offers fly fishing trips, kayak tours, and longer paddling overnight camping adventures. The fly fishing and kayaking are done mostly on the Kinnickinnic River. There are two sections of river for kayak trips and access to several coldwater spring creeks in St. Croix & Pierce County for fly fishing.
3-5 hour kayaking trips on the Upper or Lower Kinni make for a glorious day!
About 30 miles from the house, but worth the drive...
Vino in the Valley is a unique, outdoor dining experience designed to stimulate all your senses. Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night, as well as Sunday afternoons, May through September (with additional weekends October through December), enjoy a glass of wine and a pasta dinner among the vines in an outdoor setting nestled in the heart of the Rush River Valley.
Thursdays: 5-10pm
Fridays: 5-10pm
Saturdays: 3-10pm (Bella Sera Patio Bar open at 1pm)
Sundays: 11am-5pm
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Vino in the Valley
W3826 450th AveAbout 30 miles from the house, but worth the drive...
Vino in the Valley is a unique, outdoor dining experience designed to stimulate all your senses. Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night, as well as Sunday afternoons, May through September (with additional weekends October through December), enjoy a glass of wine and a pasta dinner among the vines in an outdoor setting nestled in the heart of the Rush River Valley.
Thursdays: 5-10pm
Fridays: 5-10pm
Saturdays: 3-10pm (Bella Sera Patio Bar open at 1pm)
Sundays: 11am-5pm
If you come to River Falls, experiencing a movie at The Falls Theatre is a must-do...
Visit this amazing piece of downtown history where tickets are still affordable, treats are also low-price, and the movies are top shelf. Come check out the
First-run movies are the norm at the downtown Falls Theatre, in River Falls, WI. The Falls Theatre is an icon in this part of Western Wisconsin.
Built in 1927, its most recent notoriety was forged over the last 30 years when, in 1972, a man named Stan McCulloch purchased the theater as a labor of love.
Daily Showtimes at 7:00&9:15PM
Sat and Sun Matinee at 2:00PM
ADMISSION:
Adults: $4
Children (12 and under): $3
Seniors: (65 and older): $3
Falls Theatre
105 S Main StIf you come to River Falls, experiencing a movie at The Falls Theatre is a must-do...
Visit this amazing piece of downtown history where tickets are still affordable, treats are also low-price, and the movies are top shelf. Come check out the
First-run movies are the norm at the downtown Falls Theatre, in River Falls, WI. The Falls Theatre is an icon in this part of Western Wisconsin.
Built in 1927, its most recent notoriety was forged over the last 30 years when, in 1972, a man named Stan McCulloch purchased the theater as a labor of love.
Daily Showtimes at 7:00&9:15PM
Sat and Sun Matinee at 2:00PM
ADMISSION:
Adults: $4
Children (12 and under): $3
Seniors: (65 and older): $3
Food Scene
Atmosphere and great food...
The menu is overall De-Lish...but the Baked Brie topped with puff pastry, AmaBlu cheese, French bread crostinis, apricot-jalapeno jam and a fig spread is my favorite!
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Muddy Waters Bar & Grill
231 Broad StAtmosphere and great food...
The menu is overall De-Lish...but the Baked Brie topped with puff pastry, AmaBlu cheese, French bread crostinis, apricot-jalapeno jam and a fig spread is my favorite!
Located in the heart of the historic St. Croix River Valley, Pier Five Hundred will tempt you with a chef driven, house-made menu of classic American fare. Pier 500 is owned and operated by a local, for the locals since 2005!
Whether you enjoy casual outdoor dining overlooking the St. Croix River when the weather’s warm, or a comfy cozy fireside booth in fall and winter, Pier 500 has an ambiance that’s sure to please.
Whether you choose the Sunday Brunch, or one of my favorites (Meatloaf or Parmesan Crusted Walleye), you 're sure to be pleased.
Great food, reasonable prices, and comfortable...can't go wrong!
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Pier 500
500 1st StLocated in the heart of the historic St. Croix River Valley, Pier Five Hundred will tempt you with a chef driven, house-made menu of classic American fare. Pier 500 is owned and operated by a local, for the locals since 2005!
Whether you enjoy casual outdoor dining overlooking the St. Croix River when the weather’s warm, or a comfy cozy fireside booth in fall and winter, Pier 500 has an ambiance that’s sure to please.
Whether you choose the Sunday Brunch, or one of my favorites (Meatloaf or Parmesan Crusted Walleye), you 're sure to be pleased.
Great food, reasonable prices, and comfortable...can't go wrong!
Essentials
Easy 7 mile drive from the house; nice, clean grocery store with a pharmacy and a Caribou.
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Family Fresh Market
303 S Main StEasy 7 mile drive from the house; nice, clean grocery store with a pharmacy and a Caribou.
Just 5 miles away, another nice full service grocery store, most convenient if you need to make a quick trip to pick up meat for the grill, ice, gas, etc.
Ptacek's IGA
1005 Eagle Ridge DrJust 5 miles away, another nice full service grocery store, most convenient if you need to make a quick trip to pick up meat for the grill, ice, gas, etc.