Walking

Downtown walking tour of historical sites and landmarks:

Biking & Hiking

Scenic bike tours of 12 to 25 miles, up and down the river from Winona:

In-town bike touring, a wonderful way to get acquainted with Winona:

More rugged and more vertical, some of these routes require a little energy–bikers and hikers welcome:

Download the free Avenza Maps App to access many of these Winona area trail maps offline on your device! Record GPS tracks, add placemarks, add photos, measure distances, and much more.

Birding

Winona’s location on the Mississippi River Flyway is perfect for observing native and migratory birds. View our "Flock to Winona: Ultimate Birding Guide" blog post here, and our regional birding map:

Fishing

The beautiful Mississippi River Valley provides year-round natural enjoyment. It’s a perfect place to wet a line.

Paddling

From calm backwater sloughs to the iconic Mississippi River, Winona is a paddler's paradise with endless opportunities to explore, unwind, and connect with nature.

Winter Sports

Cross country ski trails in Winona:

Ice Climbing

Designated snowmobile trails prepared by the Minnesota DNR: