The Great River Road Is the ultimate fall drive. Where the craggy Driftless Area meets the mighty Mississippi, the Great River Road beckons with ribbons of pavement shrouded in colorful foliage. Gas up and find funky towns, majestic state parks, hardwood forests and amazing views for miles and miles. Let it flow because now’s the time for the timeless Great River Road. A river is nature’s winding path of least resistance. And as it turns out, that’s a pretty good model for a road trip. The Great River Road is the perfect example. The route follows the Mississippi River from headwaters to delta, running right through the heart of America. How ironic is it that a sprawling watershed feeds an immense river, while all along its length are a plethora of tiny towns that celebrate things small and local? In Trempealeau, be sure to check out Trempealeau Hotel featuring a locavore restaurant, plus suites, cottages, and rooms—some of them riverside. Plus be sure to stop out at Ecker’s Apple Farm with its 14 cultivars (including Honeycrisp), baked goods, and a dessert truck. The beer (and cider) garden here often hosts entertainment.
original post at Milwaukee Magazine