The Latest from Lanesboro & Whalan
Pedal Pushers Café in Lanesboro: Where Cyclists and Foodies Meet
Discover Pedal Pushers Café in Lanesboro, MN—where cyclists and foodies meet. Enjoy farm-to-table meals, local craft drinks, and a welcoming, bike-friendly atmosphere just steps from the Root River State Trail.
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Root River Valley Cabin: The Perfect Autumn Retreat in Bluff Country
Escape to the Root River Valley Cabin in Lanesboro, MN—your perfect autumn retreat. Enjoy rustic comfort with modern amenities, direct access to the Root River State Trail, and easy adventures like biking, paddling, and exploring Bluff Country’s arts and dining.
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Root River Rod Co.: A Historic Storefront with a River’s Worth of Stories
Coffee Street Inn offers more than lodging—it’s a welcoming hub in downtown Lanesboro. With pet-friendly rooms, rich history, and hosts who treat you like family, it’s the perfect home base for biking, theater, and exploring Bluff Country.
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Stay Local, Stay Welcomed: Inside Lanesboro’s Coffee Street Inn
Coffee Street Inn offers more than lodging—it’s a welcoming hub in downtown Lanesboro. With pet-friendly rooms, rich history, and hosts who treat you like family, it’s the perfect home base for biking, theater, and exploring Bluff Country.
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A Ribbon Cutting for Creative Community: Driftless Fiber Arts Collective Weaves a New Chapter
The Driftless Fiber Arts Collective has officially been welcomed to the community with a ribbon cutting in downtown Lanesboro. Following the closing of the Violet Collective exhibition, DFAC continues to grow as a welcoming hub for creativity—offering weekly gatherings in fiber arts, writing, games, and more.
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How to Plan Your Fall Visit to the Lanesboro Area Around Fall Colors
Fall in the Lanesboro area isn’t just a week of peak color—it’s a whole season of beauty and small-town charm. From the first leaves turning in September to golden oaks in late October, discover the best ways to plan your trip around Bluff Country’s fall colors, with help from the MN DNR Fall Color Finder and festive local events.
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Fall Family Fun at Big Springs Farm Pumpkins & Corn Maze – Opening Sept. 13, 2025!
Get ready for fall 2025! Big Springs Farm near Lanesboro opens its gates on September 13, boasting a brand-new Paul Bunyan & Babe–themed corn maze, an expanded pumpkin patch with nearly 150 varieties, sunflower fields, and all the family fun—from hayrides and mini-ziplines to duck races and cozy fall treats.
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Discover Fall at Eagle Bluff: Astronomy Hikes, Foraging Fun, and High Ropes Challenges
Autumn in Lanesboro is a magical time—crisp nights, colorful bluffs, and endless opportunities to get outside. This season, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center is offering a lineup of unique fall events designed for families, friends, and adventure-seekers alike. From stargazing to high ropes thrills, there’s something for everyone!
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From Floodwaters to Fairways: Rivers Bend Golf Course is Back!
There’s nothing quite like a round of golf at Rivers Bend, where the fairways wind along the Root River and the bluffs rise in the distance. After several days of heavy rain and high water, the course faced an unexpected challenge this week — but true to form, the crew and community rallied. Today, Rivers Bend is fully open again, ready to welcome golfers back to one of Bluff Country’s most scenic courses.
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Niagara Cave Reopens After Flooding – A Hidden Wonder Awaits!
Niagara Cave has reopened after historic flooding. Explore the underground waterfall, stunning formations, and family-friendly tours near Harmony, MN.
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