Hike up to see a beautiful view of Winona! The trail is (by Katherine's standards) medium difficulty. Park on the road by Edina Realty and start at the trail head off of their parking lot!
This is more of a scenic drive up to a view. You do have to park and walk out to the look out. This spot is notorious for wasps, but as long as you're paying attention you should be fine! There are hiking trails off of the lookout.
Winona Lake is split into two parts, the big and the small lake with paved walking paths around each. Very easy, flat walk! The big lake has a big playground for the kids too!
Our favorite coffee shop in Winona is Blooming Grounds. Katherine's favorite drink is their iced chai or something off their seasonal menu. It is amazing! We highly recommend their bakery items and paninis. Katherine's usual order is half an Italian panini with a salad and Cam's is the Super Duper panini.
Bloedow's is a Winona staple. It has the best bakery (especially donuts and glazed croissants) in town. Seriously, they are amazing. They often sell out, and are closed on Sundays, but if you have the chance, stop in.
There are 2 Mexican places in town, Mangos and El Patron, and if you live in Winona you are loyal to one or the other. We can't speak to what is more authentic, but we are a Mangos family! Cam likes their chips and salsa and Katherine likes their margaritas. It works out.
Lots of fun different pizzas and drinks to try. Cam's favorite is their wings and Katherine's is their Muddy Waters cocktail and their pizzas.
Downtown Winona has a lot of options! We would suggest Port 507, Market Street Tap, and Mulligan's, or all 3! They are within walking distance of each other. If you're looking for more of a chill spot, Two Fathoms Brewery has draft beers on tap and board games, or if you're willing to drive, Elmaro Winery is amazing (but outdoors)!
Axe throwing, over 100 arcade and pinball machines, air hockey table room, Guitar Hero Studio Room, the Break Room featuring three pool tables and dartboards, three DDR/Pump it Up Dance Zones, Racing Games, brand new Big Buck Hunter with large mounted screen, televisions throughout the establishment for your viewing pleasure, and so much more.