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Bluffside Park Trail System & Bike Park
The Bluffside Park trail system contains 15 miles of multi-use trails, providing picturesque views of the Mississippi River valley from the bluffs. Trail use is available all seasons and are designated for mountain biking, hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing. New in 2024 is the Oberton Family Bike Park, which features a tot track and jump and drop lines for both beginner to advanced riders.
Oberton Family Bike Park
Thanks to a generous donation by Shirley and Will Oberton, an exhilarating new play space is available for mountain bike enthusiasts in Bluffside Park. The park is located within the western stretch of the High and Low Rollers between Holzinger Lodge and Stone Circle and have three distinct ride hubs of varying ability that offers a circuit course brimming with rollers, banked turns, jumps, and drops.
Parking
For the lower trails and bike park, park at Holzinger Lodge. For the upper trails, park at either West Wincrest Drive (on-street parking) or East Wincrest Drive (parking lot w/vault toilet).
Bluffside Park Trail Map
Bluffside Park Conditions:
The City of Winona has a formal agreement with the Winona Area Mountain Bikers (WAMB) to maintain the Bluffside Park trail system. For more information about WAMB, please visit their website: www.winonaareamountainbikers.com
Flyway Trail - Winona Connector
The Flyway Trail - Winona Connector is a new trail linking Winona to Buffalo County, WI. The trail begins in Levee Park on Johnson Street, traverses the Highway 54 Interstate Bridge and the John A. Latsch Historical Wagon Bridge, as well as the new 842-foot bridge over the Burlington-Northern Santa Fe railroad.
Flyway Trail Winona Connector Map
The Flyway Trail Board has plans for expansion on the Wisconsin side to connect to the Trempealeau Wildlife Refuge and the Great River State Trail. For more information about the Flyway Trail, please visit the Flyway Trail Board's website: https://flywaytrail.com.
Lake Park Path
Lake Winona Path is a popular destination for both visitors and local residents. The five-mile blacktop trail runs along the south side of the city and circles both segments of the lake through Lake Park. The route is flat and easy. This is a good place for families to ride or walk with children. Pedestrians, in-line skaters and cyclists use the path, so be alert. The trail provides excellent views of Lake Park, the surrounding bluffs and some of the city’s neighborhoods. Lake Winona trail is a great place to begin exploring the city and the area.
- Both East and West Lakes not using Huff Street: 5.3 miles
- East Lake: 3.7 miles
- West Lake: 1.8 miles
- Bridge by the inlet to Vila Street: 0.4 miles
Bike Repair Stations 
The city of Winona provides four bike repair stations, available for use to the public.
Map of Public Bike Repair Stations.
Bike Registration
Bike registration is free for residents of the City of Winona through the Police department. For more information, visit Winona Bicycle Registration.
Prairie Island Campground
Please visit Prairie Island Campground website to book and for additional information.
Prairie Island Campground provides a safe family camping atmosphere along the riverfront of the majestic Mississippi River. Adults and children alike will enjoy the abundance of activities provided by the park and the surrounding community. Some of the campground attractions include 106 electrical, 69 non-electrical, and 4 organization group sites (all on level ground) as well as campground and public boat launch.
The natural beauty of our river valley and prairie will impress people of all ages. Adjacent to the campground is a fenced dog park and trails. The Kiwanis Shelter located near the spillway is available for rentals through the City of Winona Park and Recreation Department.
Climbing in Winona, MN
The City of Winona has three climbing areas to choose from for rock and ice climbers alike. Descriptions and policies for each area are listed below.
- Rock Climbing at Sugar Loaf in Sugar Loaf Park
- Ice Climbing at the Winona Ice Park in Sugar Loaf Park
- Bouldering at the Levee Park Boulders in Levee Park
| Sugar Loaf | |
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| Sugar Loaf Park is home to Winona's most iconic landmark, the 85-foot Sugar Loaf, which sits approximately 600’ above Winona. The multi-use trail to the top of the bluff has expansive views of the Mississippi River Valley and rock climbers can enjoy the 38 lead routes on Sugar Loaf itself. All commercial and institutional guiding operations must have a Sugar Loaf Climbing Permit. More information about climbing Sugar Loaf. |
| Winona Ice Park | |
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3/10/25 UPDATE: The Winona Ice Park is CLOSED for the season. Check out the Winona Ice Park Facebook page for current conditions.The Winona Ice Park, which is located within Sugar Loaf Park, is a manmade ice climbing park set high above the Mississippi River with wonderful views of the city of Winona below. It is a premier ice climbing destination due to its location within the city of Winona, trail accessibility, and the quality of ice. All commercial and institutional guiding operations must have a Sugar Loaf Climbing Permit. More Information about the Winona Ice Park. Facebook Pages and Groups: |
| Levee Park Boulders | |
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| Test out your climbing skills on the City of Winona's two manmade boulders! These boulders are free and open to the public and are located on the east end of Levee Park. This style of climbing is known as bouldering and it's a great way to get exercise and try a new sport. If you're a seasoned climber, it's also a great way to hone your climbing technique and stay fit before moving on to larger climbing projects. More information about the Levee Park Boulders. |
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20-Hole East Lake Disc Golf Course "The Willows"
9- Hole West Lake Disc Golf Course
15- Hole Prairie Island Disc Golf Course - 1120 Prairie Island Rd N
WINONA ICE RINKS
All areas are free unless noted. The city intends to maintain ten sheets of ice at seven locations this winter. Most rinks will be lit from dusk to 9:30 PM and are not staffed. The Bud King Ice Arena has a different schedule that is managed by the Winona Area Youth Hockey Association.
Bud King Ice Arena
Location: 670 East Front Street
Scheduling: Check the WAYHA calendar at www.winonahockey.com for a comprehensive schedule of events.
Features: Indoor and outdoor sheets of refrigerated ice, ice resurfacing, hockey, public skating, figure skating, and group rentals. The facility is maintained by the City of Winona while the programming is managed by the Winona Area Youth Hockey Association. Skate rental-$2, public skate and hockey-$3, skate sharpening-$5/$10/$25.
Lake Lodge
Location: 113 Lake Park Drive
Features: Three distinct rinks for open skating, hockey, and broomball
Extras: Skates, snowshoes, and hockey & broomball sticks available for rental. For more information and prices go to our Lake Lodge Facility Page.
Neighborhood Ice Rink Locations:
Tillman Park
Location: 549 Kerry Drive
Features: Hockey boards, goals, and lights
Knopp Valley Park
Location: 300 Knopp Valley Drive
Features: Plowed rink, goals
Wincrest Park
Location: 1342 Woodpark Road
Features: Large plowed rink, goals
Gilmore Valley Park
Location: 175 Jay Bee Drive
Features: Hockey boards, ice resurfacing, goals, and lights
Valley Oaks Park
Location: 260 Valley Oaks Drive
Features: Newly donated hockey boards, goals, and lights
Rules to Remember: Safety First, Fun Second
Ice safety remains paramount, especially on the lake. Ice is never 100% safe so exercise caution and stay off until it is completely frozen. Neighborhood rinks are a public resource and a benefit for all to enjoy so please help take care of the park and make it a better place for all.
Lake Lodge 
Lake Lodge is your hub for watercraft rentals on East Lake Winona. Daily canoe, kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals are available, as well as seasonal and annual memberships.
Note: Lake Lodge rentals are for on-site use only.
For more information and prices, please visit the Lake Lodge Facility Page.
Prairie Island Campground
Canoe and kayak rentals are available at Prairie Island Campground. Public boat launches provide access to Mississippi backwaters, with main channel access. For more information, visit the Prairie Island website for additional information.
Additional Resources:
US Fish & Wildlife Public Water Access Map - Pool 5a
Trails & Paths
Soft-Surface Trails
Paved Trails
- Mississippi River Trail - Downtown Winona Map
- Mississippi River Trail - Minnesota City to Winona Map
- Flyway Trail Map
Parks and Other City Maps
- City of Winona Bikeways Map (PDF)
- East End Area (PDF)
- Parks and Facility Map (PDF)
- Prairie Island Area (PDF)
- Road Bike Winona Map
- Tillman Park, Gilmore Valley, Knopp Valley Area (PDF)
- Valley Oaks, Sugarloaf Area (PDF)
- West Lake Park, Holzinger Lodge, Garvin Heights Area (PDF)
- Willows Disc Golf Course - Map of East Course (PDF)
- Winona County Bike Loop Maps (PDF)
East & West Lake Bike Path Distances
- Both East and West Lakes not using Huff Street: 5.3 miles
- East Lake: 3.7 miles
- West Lake: 1.8 miles
- Bridge by the inlet to Vila Street: 0.4 miles