Historic Bluff Country Cities Along the Byway Two

Along the Byway

Recreational Trail in Lanesboro Identity: "In the Heart of the Valley"

Attractions: Brick and Stone Buildings

Stone Dam

Single Track Metal Railroad Bridge

Commonweal Theatre

"Root River Bike Trail"

History: Rushing Root River gave life to the small town of Lanesboro, where the community harnessed the power of this important water source.

Celebration: Buffalo Bill Days (August) www.lanesboro.com

Whalan

Identity: "This Town Is So Small"

Attractions: "Root River Bike Trail" Runs Right

Down the Center of Town

"Standstill Parade"

July 4th Fast Pitch Softball Tournament

History: Began with a population of 156 people. The town was established in 1868 on land donated by John Whaalahan. After removing a few letters, the town took the moniker of Whalan.

Peterson

Root River Near Peterson Identity: "The Meandering Root River"

Attractions: Main Channel of Root River

Quiet Charm of a Small Town

Peterson Station Museum

"Root River Bike Trail"

History: Founded as a railroad village in 1867. Before the arrival of railroads, the river was used for travel.

Rushford

Identity: "Small Town Community"

Attractions: Magelssen Park

"Root River Bike Trail"

"Rushford" Sign on Bluff

History: From 1872 to 1939, the Rushford Wagon and Carriage Co. manufactured the Rushford Wagon, a sturdy and functional farm wagon used throughout Minnesota and the Upper Midwest.

Celebration: Rushford Days (July) www.rushford.net

Historic Bluff Country

National Scenic Byway