Download - 2012 Onalaska Visitor Guide
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Coming in 2014 – Cultural and Tourism Center at Great River Landing
In 2014, the new Great River Landing will become the gateway for exploring the Mississippi River region,
connecting you with the Mississippi River’s past and present. This new waterfront project will be home to the Great
River Cultural and Tourism Center, where you can embark on a journey through the archaeological, cultural and
natural history of the Upper Mississippi River. The center will house a number of Native American artifacts dating
back more than 12,000 years.
The Great River Cultural and Tourism Center will provide travelers with easy access to many river-edge attractions,
including the Great River State Trail, the 122-acre Wittenberg Marsh and the Mississippi River’s finest scenery.
Future developments at the center will include a number of interactive and multi-media exhibits.
Great River Landing’s location on the Great River Road National Scenic Byway makes it the perfect starting point
for all your explorations of the Mississippi River and the region. For more information on the Great River Landing
project, visit greatriverlanding.com.
City of Onalaska Waterfront Project
LegendA. STH 35 ReconstructionB. Onalaska Welcome and Tourism CenterC.PrivateDevelopmentSiteD.OnalaskaPublicMarketE.WittenbergMarshEnvironmental EducationalArea
F. Waterfront Park ImprovementsG. Boating FacilitiesH. RiverwalkI. Overlooks and Fishing Nodes
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B.OnalaskaWelcomeandTourismCenter2013
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D.OnalaskaPublicMarket2011
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Located just off I-90 between Chicago and the Twin Cities, Onalaska is one of the Midwest’s most affordable and convenient getaway destinations. You’ll find the very best in natural beauty and outdoor recreation, as well as the largest retail district in a nine-county region and a number of quality hotels.
You’ll find so much to do in Onalaska—on the bluffs, on the trails and on the water. Enjoy panoramic views and see soaring eagles. Bike, hike and birdwatch along miles of excellent trails. Fish, boat and paddle Lake Onalaska and the Mississippi River. Take a driving tour along the Wisconsin Great River Road and other scenic loops.
This guide gives you just a sampling of what Onalaska has to offer. For more information, visit discoveronalaska.com, call the Center for Commerce and Tourism at 1-800-873-1901 or visit them at 1101 Main Street in Onalaska.
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We have done our best to provide the most accurate, up-to-date information in this guide.
We apologize for any inaccurate information or errors.
Photos in this guide have been provided by the Center for Commerce and Tourism, R.J. and Linda Miller Photography, Michelle Grimm,
Beth Nitti and James Steinhoff.
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The scenic hills and fertile valleys of Onalaska
were home to Native American tribes for countless
centuries. During the 1800s, Onalaska was a
booming lumber town. Logs from northern Wisconsin
and Minnesota came down the Mississippi River to
be processed in Onalaska’s lumber mills. Onalaska’s
European founders, Thomas G. Rowe and John C.
Laird, took the name for the community from a poem
written by Thomas Campbell entitled “The Pleasures
of Hope.” William Carlisle settled in Onalaska
and loved it so much that he founded Onalaska,
Washington, and Onalaska, Texas.
The Onalaska Public Library is home to the Onalaska
Historical Museum. See exhibits that focus on
the area’s history from the Ice Age to modern
times. Artifacts include ancient bones, tools,
weapons and pottery. Other exhibits focus on the
area’s early settlers, the lumber industry of the
1800s and railroad history. For more information
on these historic exhibits and viewing hours, visit
discoveronalaska.com.
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Who: Family of four—Mom, Dad and two girls, ages 6 and 10
From: Milwaukee, WI
What: Three-day Onalaska Getaway
When: October 2011
We chose Onalaska because of the
combination of things to do outdoors and
the family-friendly hotels. Plus, it’s on the
Mississippi River. We’ve wanted to explore that
area of Wisconsin for a long time.
One of the biggest surprises of the trip was Greens Coulee Park. At the suggestion of the staff at
the Visitor Center, we went up there for a picnic. The views were absolutely incredible.
We like the outdoors, but having all the stores and places to eat is re
ally what made the
trip relaxing. We spent one afternoon just shopping and swimming in the pool at the hotel.
We saw a movie that night. That’s what a vacation is for us—easy and laid back.
The last day, we took a drive into La Crosse to take a Wildlife Cruise aboard the
Mississippi Explorer riverboat. We’d heard a lot of good things about it and it was really a
great experience. But before we left Onalaska, we stopped and had our pictures taken with
Sunny the Sunfish. It’ll probably go on our Christmas card this year.
The Great River State Trail was a real highlight of the trip for us. We starte
d in downtown Onalaska and rode
for about five miles north along the trail and then back aga
in. We stopped a few times—once for pictures,
another time to fix our youngest’s bike seat (she rides her own bike, none of that tag-a-long stuff for her)—
and then for snacks. It’s a sm
ooth trail that was easy for everyone. We do a lot of bicycling, so we are pretty
familiar with how far we can ride with the girls. We all decided it was the family’s fav
orite trail.
We took an afternoon drive up the Great River Road. On the way back, we stopped to
see and walk along the McGilvray B
ridges just north of Onalaska. The girls lo
ved it. It’s probably
one of the prettiest places we’ve been in Wisconsin. Then we headed away from the river into
the hills and drove along a road called the Mindoro Cut, which is probably the curviest road
in the state and, of course, the girls loved that too. We were past the peak of fall co
lor, but
it was still absolutely gorgeous.
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If you’re a family looking to get out of town for a few days, you should try Onalaska. It was perfect for our family and it was much more affordable than a lot of other places we might have gone. We couldn’t have had a more fun and relaxing trip.
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BicyclingMississippi River bluffs, rolling hills and sprawling
wetlands await bicyclists in Onalaska. The Great
River State Trail and La Crosse River State Trail run
through Onalaska and connect riders with the Elroy-
Sparta Trail and the “400” Trail. The trails are part
of a line of 101 miles of continuous state bicycle
trails. The country roads surrounding Onalaska also
provide bicyclists with excellent riding opportunities.
Great River State Trail Pedal along the Mississippi River on the 24-mile
Great River State Trail. The crushed limestone trail
is perfect for any type of bicycle. You’ll traverse 18
different waterways, cross over the Black River on
a 287-foot former railroad trestle and follow Lake
Onalaska and the BNSF railway. Ride all the way to
Trempealeau or continue to the Upper Mississippi
National Wildlife Refuge.
La Crosse River State TrailThe La Crosse River State Trail follows the
winding course of the La Crosse River for 21.5
miles. Bike from Onalaska to Sparta over crystal
clear trout streams and picturesque farms. The
smooth surface can accommodate both road and
mountain bikes.
Canoeing and KayakingPaddle the beautiful waters of Onalaska. Bring your
canoe or kayak to Onalaska and enjoy federally
protected wilderness areas, abundant wetlands
and numerous launching points. Onalaska sits at
the confluence of the Black River, Mississippi River
and 7,700-acre Lake Onalaska. Paddling is the best
way to access some of Onalaska’s most beautiful
backwaters and natural areas. For the location of
boat landings and other access points for paddlers,
see the area map on page 16.
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BirdwatchingOnalaska is located on
the Mississippi River
Flyway, North America’s
most important migratory
route. Each spring and fall,
visitors to Onalaska can
see tundra swans, diving
ducks, mergansers and
cormorants, as well as
white pelicans, shorebirds,
raptors and songbirds. Bald eagle viewing is
outstanding in the winter. A wildlife viewing area
located just down from the Onalaska Spillway on
the Black River provides views of two active eagle
nests. During the fall, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service reports on the number of birds present on
the Mississippi River. For bird counts on Onalaska’s
Pools 7 and 8, visit www.fws.gov/midwest/
UpperMississippiRiver.
McGilvray Bridges – Van Loon Wildlife AreaJust north of Onalaska near the community of Holmen,
you will find the Van Loon Wildlife Area, home of the
McGilvray Bridges. These seven historic bridges can
be viewed on a scenic walking trail. To access the
bridges, travel north from Holmen on Highway 53. Turn
left on Old 93, then take a right on Amsterdam Prairie
Road, continuing to the parking area.
FishingLake Onalaska’s big bluegill and pumpkinseed
have earned it the title, “Sunfish Capital of the
World.” But Lake Onalaska offers great fishing for
catfish, walleye, bass and northern pike as well.
Easy access for anglers and hunters can be found
at numerous public boat launches, including the
Onalaska Spillway on the Black River. For maps of
Onalaska’s Pools 7 and 8, visit fws.gov/midwest/
UpperMississippiRiver/huntandfish.html.
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Schafer’sBoats & Bait LLC
Rental of PontoonsFishing Boats
Canoes • Live Bait • Ice FishingTackle • Motor Repair
www.schafersboats.com608-781-3100
W7221 North Shore Lane
Onalaska, WI 54650
Email: [email protected]
“Our bait is guaranteed to die trying.”
GolfingWith the area’s largest shopping district and best hotels, Onalaska is uniquely poised as a great golf getaway. More than a dozen golf courses surround Onalaska. Area courses are known for their quality layouts, excellent scenery and low greens fees. Learn more about golfing opportunities in the Onalaska area, visit discoveronalaska.com or call1-800-873-1901.
GeocachingGo geocaching and enjoy the history and natural beauty of Onalaska. If you aren’t familiar with geocaching, it’s a treasure-hunting game played with a handheld GPS unit. Search for hundreds of caches hidden throughout the area, including caches maintained by Onalaska Parks & Recreation. For a complete list of local caches, visit geocaching.com.
Aquatic CenterThe Onalaska Aquatic Center is located at 250 Riders Club Road. It features a zero-depth entry pool, six lap lanes, three waterslides, a sand play area and a concession stand. A fee is charged for admission.
Auto RacingThe La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway in West Salem is Wisconsin’s only NASCAR-sanctioned asphalt track. Races are held May through early October on Saturdays and most Fridays. Take the whole family—it’s one of the most fun and affordable activities available in the area. For a complete race schedule, visit lacrossespeedway.com.
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Saturday 9:30 -12:30pm
Types of Activities OfferedFeatured Recreation and Attractions Hours of Operation Credit Cards
Accepted
Children’s Museum of La Crosse207 5th Ave. S., La Crosse(608) 784-2652funmuseum.org
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Three floors of hands-on exhibits, climbing wall (open limited hours,call ahead) party meeting rooms, gift shop and more! For ages 1-12,
with adult. $6 per person (infants and members FREE). Weeklypreschool programs, summer day camps and more.
Tues-Sat 10am-5pmSun Noon-5pm
Closed Mondays &major holidays
La Crosse Area Convention & Visitors Bureau410 Veterans Memorial Dr., La Crosse(608) 782-2366 or (800) 658-9424 explorelacrosse.com
Tourist information. Mon-Fri
8am-5pm
La Crosse County Parks & Campgrounds400 4th St. N., Rm. 1370, La Crosse(608) 785-9770co.la-crosse.wi.us/Departments/Facilities
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Parks, campgrounds, picnic shelters, hiking, biking, birdwatching, boat landings, fishing, canoeing, mini-golf, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling.
Recreational Areas: Goose Island, Veterans Memorial, Neshonoc,Neshonoc South, Mindoro, Bice Forest, Hoeth Forest.
Mon-Fri8:30am-5pm
La Crosse Fairgrounds SpeedwayHwy. 16 & Cty. Rd. M, West Salem(608) [email protected]
VisaMC
Races are held from May through October, with races every Saturday night. Saturday night race divisions include Late Models, Sportsmen and Thunderstox, plus unique novelty races
that are sure to thrill and entertain even the most seasoned race fan. Street Drags, where you drive your street car, are held the second Friday of every month. Take your family to the races
- it’s one of the most fun and affordable activities around.
Gates open at 5:45pmQualifying at 6pm
Racing begins at 7:30pm
Mississippi Explorer CruisesRiverside Park, La Crosse(877) 647-7397 ext. 2 or (507) [email protected]
VisaMC
Explore more and see more with Mississippi Explorer Cruises!Unique riverboat cruises that take you within feet of beautiful backwater
riverbanks, bald eagle nests, beaver lodges, turtle-filled logs, muskrat huts, blooming lotus and water lilies, and more. Fully and professionally narrated on a
specially-designed "backwater" riverboat. On-board restroom.Carry-on food and drink allowed.
April-October:Wed-Sunday
(see website for complete schedule)
Onalaska Historical Museum741 Oak Ave. S., Onalaska(608) 781-9568 ext. 8
Museum showing how Onalaska became a town. Log cabinwith different displays changed quarterly, displays of the railroad,
lumbering days, arrowheads, etc.
Wed-Fri 2-4pmSat 9:30am-12:30pm
Mon (October 1-March 31) 6-8pm
Pearl Street Brewery1401 Saint Andrew St., La Crosse(608) 784-4832
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See the brewery. Enjoy a beer in our Tasting Room at our handmade bar. Saturday tours. Available for banquets. Carryout cases,
growlers and six-packs. Live music every Friday.
Tue-Fri 4p-8pmSat Noon-5pmSaturday tours
Group tours by appointment
River Trail CyclesHolmen Square Mall500 N. Holmen Dr., Holmen(608) 526-4678 • rivertrailcycles.com
Schafers Boats and Bait, LLCW7221 North Shore Ln.(608) 781-3100 • [email protected]
VisaMC
Discover
Road, trail and comfort bikes for adults and children. New and usedbike sales, rentals, snowshoes, clothing and accessories for cycling,
triathlons and snowshoeing. Open all year.
Pontoon, fishing boat, canoe and kayak rentals. Full line of fishing tackle and live bait. Fishing and hunting licenses available.
Summer: Mon & Wed 10am-7pm,
Tues, Thurs & Fri 10am-5:30pmSat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Walsh Golf Center 4203 Cty. Rd. B, La Crosse(608) 781-0838 walshgolfcenter.com
YesCome visit the Coulee Region’s only executive golf course, a great place
to learn, practice and play. Nine Holes of Golf, PGA Golf Shop, Driving Range, Practice Greens, Lessons, Leagues, Power Cart Rental, Mini Golf
Summer Hours: Daily 7am-7pm
(Includes Holidays) Winter Hours: Limited or by appointment
Summer: 6am-8:30pmWinter: 6am-5pm
7 days a week
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Winter: Nov.-April 8am-5pm Mon-FriSummer: May-Oct.
8am-5pm Mon-Fri; 9am-3pm Sat; 9am-2pm Sun
Tourist information and bike trail passes available.
Center for Commerce & Tourism1101 Main St., Onalaska(800) 873-1901 • (608) 781-9570discoveronalaska.com
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Golfing, camping, fishing, history—there’s so much to see and do in Onalaska. Rent a bicycle for a trail
ride. Go on a riverboat cruise. Visit interesting museums. Spend an exciting evening at the speedway.
Having fun is easy in Onalaska.
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The Official 2012 Visitors Guide of the La Crosse Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
800-658-9424www.explorelacrosse.com
and the Town of Campbell “French Island”
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ASSOCIATE LODGING MEMBERS:
AmericInn of West Salem
(608) 786-3340West Salem
Americas Best Value Inn
(608) 781-3070La Crosse
Candlewood Suites
(608) 785-1110La Crosse
Cozy CornerCottages
(608) 781-3792Onalaska
Neshonoc Lakeside Camp Resort
1-888-783-0035 or (608) 786-1792
West Salem
NorthridgeGuesthouse
(507) 643-6966La Crescent
Prairie Inn & Suites
(608) 781-4490Holmen
Radisson HotelLa Crosse
(608) 784-6680La Crosse
www.apartmentconnextion.comFree at friendly retailers & online!
Houses Duplexes
Townhomes Apartments
Renting Made Simple!
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BY CHOICE HOTELS ®
Comfort Inn of Onalaska1223 Crossing Meadows Drive, Onalaska, WI 54650
Operated by Archon Hospitality
“Your Home Away From Home”Indoor Pool and Spa • Complimentary Cable with Showtime
Group and Extended Stay Rates • Complimentary Deluxe Breakfast New Pillowtop Mattresses • Microwave and Refrigerator in Suites
Fax and Copy Machines • High Speed Wireless Internet
(608) 781-7500 or 1-800-424-6423
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LumberBaron
InnKen & Sandy BergOwners
421 2nd Ave. North • Onalaska, WI 54650608-781-8938
Overlooking Lake Onalaska on the Great River State Trail
Room Rates
Continental Breakfast
Handicap Accessible
Whirlpool Suites
Fridge/Micro
Baymont Inn and Suites | 3300 Kinney Coulee Rd. N., Onalaska(608) 783-7191 • Toll-Free (877) 392-7950Reservation Center (877)-BAYMONT • baymontinns.com/lacrosse67-room property with 24-hour pool, whirlpool and fitness center. High-speed Internet. Suites with kitchens with sink, refrigerator and microwave. Truck and RV parking available. Within one mile of shopping and several restaurants. Hot complimentary breakfast. * Only small pets welcome.
$69-$179
Comfort Inn | 1223 Crossing Meadows Dr., Onalaska(608) 781-7500 • Toll-Free (800) 424-6423 • choicehotels.com69 rooms. Indoor pool, whirlpool, free high-speed wireless Internet, Continental breakfast, 24-hour coffee and tea.
$65-$99
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Holiday Inn Express | 9409 State Road 16, Onalaska(608) 783-6555 • Toll-Free (800) 411-3712hiexpress.com/onalaskawi75 deluxe guest rooms, indoor pool/whirlpool, free local calls, complimentary breakfast bar, cable TV, HBO, fitness center. Adjacent to Valley View Mall. Free high-speed Internet.
$119-$159
Lake Motel | 926 2nd Ave. N., Onalaska(608) 783-3348Nine clean, quiet units overlooking Lake Onalaska, ample boat parking, fish cleaning facilities, low rates, grill and picnic area. Free high-speed wireless Internet, cable TV, half-mile from OmniCenter.
$37-$60
Lumber Baron Inn Bed & Breakfast | 421 2nd Ave. N., Onalaska (608) 781-8938Restored, historical lumber baron’s home located on a bluff overlooking Lake Onalaska. Five elegant rooms. On the bike trail.
$79-$149
Microtel Inn | Hwy. 16 & I-90, Exit 5, Onalaska(608) 783-0833 • Toll-Free (888) 818-2359 • microtelinn.com63 rooms. Microtel offers quality, comfort, safety and value. Continental breakfast, free local calls, and in-room movies. Guest laundry facilities. * Fridge and microwave available upon request
$59-$99
Onalaska Inn | 651 2nd Ave. S., Onalaska(608) 783-2270
$39-$79
Shadow Run Motel | 710 2nd Ave. N., Onalaska(608) 783-0020 • Toll-Free (800) 566-0798
Hampton Inn Onalaska | 308 Hampton Court, Onalaska(608) 779-5000
Stoney Creek Inn | 3060 S. Kinney Coulee Rd., Onalaska(608) 781-3060
Featured Lodging
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Onalaska’s great lodging options make it the ideal place to stay when visiting communities and attractions throughout the
region. Choose from nationally known and locally owned hotels, all within a short drive or walk from restaurants and retail
businesses. Plan your Onalaska vacation or getaway today, visit discoveronalaska.com or call 1-800-873-1901.
Scenic Overlooks & Panoramic ViewsSunny the Sunfish Overlook – OnalaskaGreens Coulee Park – OnalaskaGrandad Bluff – La CrosseBrady’s Bluff in Perrot State Park – TrempealeauSettler’s Overlook – Genoa
For Nature LoversGreat River Landing – OnalaskaVan Loon State Wildlife Area/McGilvray Bridges – HolmenTrempealeau National Wildlife Refuge – TrempealeauPerrot State Park – TrempealeauGenoa National Fish Hatchery – Genoa
Other Auto ToursMindoro Cut – Popular drive northeast of Onalaska on Hwy 108Apple Blossom Scenic Drive – 17-mile drive starting inLa Crescent, MN
Family ActivitiesObservation Deck at Lock & Dam #7 – La CrescentLa Crosse Children’s Museum – La CrosseBoat Cruises on the Mississippi – Riverside Park,La Crosse
Hiking, Biking & PaddlingBlack River – Canoe and Kayaking – OnalaskaGreat River State Trail – Biking and Hiking – OnalaskaLa Crosse River State Trail – Biking and Hiking – OnalaskaLake Onalaska – Canoeing and Kayaking – Onalaska
Museums & Interesting AttractionsOnalaska Historical Museum – OnalaskaShrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe – La CrosseNorskadalen Nature & Heritage Center – Coon ValleyMinnesota Marine Art Museum – Winona, MN
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Onalaska is surrounded by some of the region’s best museums, scenic overlooks and recreational opportunities. Make Onalaska the gateway for all your adventures in the area. Below you’ll find a sampling of some of the many activities and attractions you’ll find just minutes from Onalaska.
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Hager CityBay City
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Wisconsin Great River Road
The Wisconsin Great River Road
is nestled between the river and
towering bluffs. It is one of the
most breathtaking drives in the
Midwest. Onalaska is located
near the midway point of the Wisconsin Great River
Road and is the perfect hub for exploring Wisconsin’s
only National Scenic Byway. The 250-mile Wisconsin
Great River Road is part of the National Great River
Road, which runs for more than 3,000 miles along the
Mississippi River from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico.
For more information on the Wisconsin Great River
Road and a free audio tour, visit wigreatriverroad.org.
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Food - Fun - FriendsOpen to the Public
Onalaska American Legion
608-783-3300731 Sand Lake Road, Onalaska, WI
www.onalaskapost336.org • Email: [email protected]
Entertainment Every Friday NightFish Frys Sept–May, 2nd Friday of the month
Lunch Served 11am–2pm Mon–FriBanquet Hall & Catering on premise for all your Special Events
Wi-Fi Available
American Legion731 Sand Lake Rd.(608) 783-3300onalaskapost336.org
ReservationsAccepted
SaladBar
Senior Menu/Discount
VegetarianOptions
WirelessAccess
Drive-thru Ethnic Friday
Fish Fry Lounge LunchOutdoor Dining
Banquet Facilities Breakfast Buffet
Carry-out Delivery Dinner
Blue Cup Coffee House500 Holmen Dr., Holmen(608) 526-6177
Kwik Trip19 La Crosse &7 Onalaska Locationskwiktrip.com
Blue Moon Saloon & Roadhouse716 2nd Ave. N.(608) 781-6800
Dairy Queen810 2nd Ave. S.(608) 783-7733
Features Sports Bar & Grill504 N. Holmen Dr., Holmen(608) 526-3600
Trempealeau Hotel11332 Main St., Trempealeau(608) 534-6898 • trempealeauhotel.com • walnutburger.com
American Legion419 1st Ave. W., Holmen(608) 526-4444
FeaturedDining
Businesses are located in Onalaska unless otherwise noted.
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608-781-6800 • fax: 608-781-0653716 2nd Ave. North, Onalaska WI, Hwy 35 North across from the sunfish and overlooking Lake Onalaska
“Family Owned and Operated, We are Always Here to Greet You”Open 7 Days a Week
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Friday Night Fish FryPrime Rib Friday & Saturdays
Full
BarFull
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Daily Specials
Big
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TVs
Big
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ExtensiveWine List
ExtensiveWineList
Daily Specials
608-781-6800 • fax: 608-781-0653716 2nd Ave. North, Onalaska WI, Hwy 35 North across from the sunfish and overlooking Lake Onalaska
Dine with us overlooking Lake Onalaska and stay for the sunsets!
Check out the MOON LIGHT LOUNGE downstairs for that special event. Catering on or off premise available.
Check out the MOON LIGHT LOUNGE downstairs for that special event. Catering on or off premise available.
THE HISTORIC
R E S TA U R A N T & S A L O O NTREMPEALEAU HOTEL
O N T H E B A N K S O F T H E M I S S I S S I P P I
� A menu to delight - steak, seafood, pasta and a range of vegetarian dishes are served in an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere.
� Our saloon offers a fine selection of regional beers, premium spirits as well as domestic and imported wines.
� Rooms for a range of budgets from modest European-style to Jacuzzi suites.
Rooms Start
at $40
�Reggae Fest May 19
�Blues Bash June 2
�1st Annual TremptoberfestSeptember 21/22
Eclectic mix of live music most Thursdays and Saturdays.
11332 Main St., Trempealeau, WI • 608-534-6898www.trempealeauhotel.com • www.walnutburger.com
Facility Size Food Lodging Other
Allows outside catering
Holiday Inn Express9409 State Rd. 16, Onalaska(608) 783-6555 • Toll-Free (800) 411-3712hiexpress.com/onalaskawi
75rooms
Adjacent toValley View MallExecutive boardroom
Onalaska OmniCenter255 Riders Club Rd., Onalaska(608) 781-9566 • omnicenter.net
No roomson-site
Versatile venue thatcan be adapted to
suit groups of all sizes
Two arenas—more than 55,000 sq. ft.Four conference rooms—700-3,700 sq. ft.
Two full kitchens/concession areas4,000 sq. ft. outdoor shelter
Convenient parking
Kitchen facilitiesavailable, welcomes
outside catering services
American Legion Post 336731 Sand Lake Rd., Onalaska(608) 783-3300 • onalaskapost336.org
No roomson-site
Perfect for weddings,anniversaries and all
special events
Banquet facility—250 peopleMeeting room—up to 200 people
Bar area—100 people
In-house cateringand bar
Featured Venues
Onalaska is centrally located on I-90 between the Twin Cities and Chicago and is the perfect choice for
group gatherings of all types. Onalaska offers top-notch meeting facilities and excellent lodging options, as
well as exceptional natural scenery and outdoor recreation.
Onalaska’s OmniCenter has been designed to
meet the needs of a wide array of events. The
modern and attractive OmniCenter is an ideal
venue for business meetings, family reunions,
picnics, receptions, seminars, conventions,
conferences and annual meetings.
The OmniCenter can be configured in a variety
of ways. The facility includes two arenas,
large conference rooms, two full kitchens and
a large outdoor picnic shelter. To order your
free, full-color Onalaska meeting guide, visit
discoveronalaska.com or call 1-800-873-1901.
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There’s always something fun happening in and around Onalaska, from festivals and celebrations to fishing tournaments and races. Below, you’ll find just a sampling of the great events happening throughout the year in the Onalaska area. For complete event information, visit discoveronalaska.com or call 1-800-873-1901.
JANuARy6-8: Sport & Military Gun Show - La Crosse
7: yMCA New years Resolution Run/Walk - Onalaska
11-12: Midwest Farm Show - La Crosse
13-14: Onalaska Show Choir Invitational - Onalaska
15: Bridal World Expo - La Crosse
22: Wedding World - La Crosse
28: Operation Homefront Chili Cook-Off - Onalaska
28: Taste of Onalaska - Onalaska
FEBRuARy4: Brice Prairie Conservation Association Fishing
Derby - Lake Onalaska
9-12: Boat, Sport, & Travel Show - La Crosse
11: yMCA Valentines Heart Throb Run/Walk -Onalaska
18: Onalaska Lions Club Ice Fishing Derby -Lake Onalaska
MARCH2-3: Monster Truck Show - La Crosse
3: Special Olympics Polar Plunge - La Crosse
9-10: NCAA Division III Wrestling Championship -La Crosse
9-11: Home and Garden Show - Onalaska
16-18: Rocco’s Memorial Gun Show - Onalaska
17-18: Model Train Show - La Crosse
23-25: Home and Builders Show - La Crosse
25: Family Fun Fair - Onalaska
31-April 1: Spring Gift & Craft Show - Onalaska
APRIL27: Wellness Expo - Onalaska
28: Between the Bluffs Beer, Wine and Cheese Festival - La Crosse
28: Racing season begins Friday and Saturday nights -La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway, West Salem
MAy5-6: Fitness Festival - La Crosse
6: Mayfair Art Fair - West Salem
11: Gymkhana - Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen
12: Hip Breaker Bicycle Tour - Trempealeau
19: Reggaefest - Trempealeau
28: Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony - Onalaska
JuNE1-2: WIAA State Track & Field Championship -
La Crosse
1-3: June Dairy Days - Village Park, West Salem
2: Blues Bash - Trempealeau
2-3: Wisconsin Free Bike Trail Day - Statewide
2-3: Wisconsin Free Fishing Weekend - Statewide
3: Wisconsin Free State Park Day - Statewide
8: Gymkhana - Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen
9: Onalaska Night for Freedom Honor Flight CasinoNight - Onalaska
10: yMCA Triathlon - West Salem
16: Freedom Fest - La Crosse
16: Minds in Motion Bike Tour - Onalaska Middle School
16-17 & 21-24: Parade of Homes - La Crosse Area Home Builders Association
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21-23: B.A.S.S. Master Elite Series - La Crosse
21-24: Dairyland National Tractor Pull - Tomah
30: Brice Prairie Time Trials - Onalaska
30: Festival Foods Salute to the Fourth - Onalaska High School soccer fields near OmniCenter
JuLy3-7: Riverfest - La Crosse
7-8: Little Britches Rodeo - Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen
13: Gymkhana - Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen
13-15: Catfish Days - Trempealeau
18-22: La Crosse County Interstate Fair - Interstate Fairgrounds, West Salem
21: All City Garage Sale - Onalaska
26-29: FLW Fishing Tournament - La Crosse
AuGuST2-5: Great River Jazz Fest - La Crosse
3-7: State Legion Baseball Tournament - Onalaska
4-5: Coulee Region Cat Show - Onalaska
10: Gymkhana - Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen
10-12: Irishfest - La Crosse
11-12: Annual Corn Broil - Melrose
17-19: Holmen Kornfest - Holmen
17-19: Sand on the Riverfront - La Crosse
24-26: Great River Folk Festival - La Crosse
24-26: Legion Community Days - Onalaska
31-Sept. 2: Western Wisconsin High School Rodeo - Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen
SEPTEMBER1-Oct.-31: Corn Maze - West Salem
7-8: Storytelling Festival - La Crosse
7-9: Elvis Explosion - La Crosse
7-9: Rocco’s Memorial Gun Show - Onalaska
7-9: Spanferkel - Mindoro
14: Gymkhana - Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen
14-16: Applefest - La Crescent
14-16: Garland Days - West Salem
16: Tri-Quest - Holmen
28-Oct 6: Oktoberfest - La Crosse
OCTOBER4-7: Oktoberfest Car Races - La Crosse Fairgrounds
Speedway, West Salem
5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27: Jaycees Haunted House -Onalaska
6: Rotary Breakfast - Onalaska
12-13: Hmong New year Celebration - West Salem
12-14: Mississippi Fandango, Wild West Shootout - Holmen Rod & Gun Club
13-14: Fall Gift & Craft Show - Onalaska
27: Womens Expo - OmniCenter, Onalaska
NOVEMBER17: uW-L Turkey Trot - La Crosse
22: Onalaska Community Thanksgiving Dinner -Onalaska
23-Dec 31: Holiday Lights Display - Riverside Park, La Crosse
DECEMBER31: Skyrockers New year’s Eve Fireworks Display -
Grandad Bluff, La Crosse
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Olive Juice Quilts1258 County Rd. PH, Onalaska(608) 782-3257 • olivejuicequilts.com
Yes NoMon-Sat 10am-5pm,
Thurs 10am-8pm, Sun Noon-4pm
Full-service quilt shop. Bernina and Baby Lock sewing machine dealer. We service all models of sewing machines!
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Road, trail and comfort bikes for adults and children. New and used bike sales, rentals, snowshoes, clothing and accessories
for cycling, triathlons and snowshoeing. Open all year.
Summer: Mon & Wed 10am-7pm, Tues, Thurs & Fri
10am-5:30pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm
No
Ethel’s Attic and Boutique424 Main St., Holmen(608) 385-9364 • ethelsatticofholmen.com
YesNew items as well as gently used antiques in a comfortable charming atmosphere. New selections arriving regularly.
Tues-Fri 10am-5pmSat 10am-2pm
Holmen Locker & Meat Market412 N. Main St., Holmen(608) 526-3112 • holmenmeatmarket.com
YesMeat and specialty food store, microbrews and wine.Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
Sat 8am-3pmYes
River Trail Cycles500 N. Holmen Dr., Holmen(608) 526-4678 • rivertrailcycles.com
Yes
Prime country shop featuring many unique handmade items, such as prim dolls, wooden items, grubby soy candles in
recycled tin cans, prim paintings by a local artist and many other items to decorate your country home.
Tues-Thurs 10am-6pmFri & Sat 10am-5pm No
Rusty Olde Crow504 Main St., Holmen(608) 399-1511
YesAmerican Express® Mall Gift Cards and 80 stores you’ll love!! Plus, Macy’s, Sears, JCPenney and Herberger’s. Style. Your. Way.
Mon-Sat: 10am-9pmSun 11am-6pm
Department stores and holiday hours may vary
NoValley View Mall 3800 State Rd. 16, La Crosse(608) 781-4700
Online Ordering
No
Treehouse Gift & Home9546 E. 16 Frontage Rd., Onalaska(608) 783-GIFT • treehousegiftandhome.com
YesMon-Fri 10am-8pm
Sat 10am-6pmSun 11am-5pm
Yes
Featured Retailers
Two floors featuring 8,000 square feet of unique gifts, art, home accents, personal accessories and gourmet foods.
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BERNINA & Baby Lock Sewing MachinesOver 3,000 Bolts of Fabric
Notions • Books • Patterns • ClassesAll Model Machine Repair
1258 County Rd PH | Onalaska, WI 54650 (608) 782-3257 | www.olivejuicequilts.com
Onalaska offers the largest retail district within a nine-county area. Choose from hundreds of unique shops, stores and galleries. The Valley View Mall alone features more than 80 specialty shops and four major department stores. From best-selling books to the latest fashions, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Onalaska.
We Bring Mayo Clinic to You.Mayo Clinic Health System provides quality healthcare close to home. Our Holmen and Onalaska clinicsoffer primary care, specialty care, and a connection to Mayo Clinic. Full-service pharmacies are available for your convenience. Our hours fit the busiest schedules. Same day appointments are available.
Onalaska191 Theater Road • 608-392-5000Mon - Fri 7am - 5pmUrgent Care Hours: Mon - Fri 5pm - 9pm; Sat - Sun 9am - 5pm
Holmen1303 Main Street South • 608-526-3351Mon - Thur 7am-7pm; Fri 7am-5pmWalk-ins welcome!
Franciscan Healthcare
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Destination or Origin must be in Onalaska, Villages of Holmen or West Salem
Airport Service • Discounts for Senior Citizens – Students – Disabled
Low-cost, fixed-rate, shared-ride public transit serving Onalaska, Holmen, West Salem and surrounding communities.
ONALASKA • HOLMEN • WEST SALEMPUBLIC TRANSIT
Need A Taxi? Call 784-0000
6:30am-7pm—Seven-Days-A-Week
YesNo
Affordable healthcare made easy• Everyone welcome
• Only $50; may be billed to insurance• Fast diagnosis & treatment
Mon-Fri 8am-6:30pm Sat 8am-4:30pmSun 9am-3:30pm
Gundersen Lutheran ExpressCare 1260 Crossing Meadows Dr., Onalaska (inside Festival Foods)2500 State Rd., La Crosse (inside Festival Foods - Village Shopping Center)(608) 775-5858 • GLExpressCare.org
Type of Service Hours of Operation Credit Cards Accepted
Appt. Needed
Onalaska/Holmen/West Salem Public Transit (608) 784-0000 • runninginc.net
Sue Kolve’s Salon & Day Spa 230 Main St., Onalaska(608) 784-2363 • suekolves.com
YesNoHealthcare services including family medicine,
pediatrics, behavioral health, lab, X-ray and pharmacy.
Clinic: Mon-Thur 7am-7pm Fri 7am-5pm
Pharmacy: Mon-Thur 8am-6pm, Fri 8am-5pm
Mayo Clinic Health System Franciscan Healthcare191 Theater Rd., Onalaska(608) 392-5000 • mayoclinichealthsystem.org
YesNoPrimary and specialty healthcare services.
Retail services include a pharmacy, optical shop, hearing aids and The Canticle gifts.
Mon-Fri 7am-5pmUrgent Care: Mon-Fri 5-9pm
Sat-Sun 9am-5pm
Gundersen Lutheran–Onalaska Clinic 3111 Gundersen Dr., Onalaska(608) 775-8100 • gundluth.org
YesNoThe area’s most comprehensive Women’s Center
plus acupuncture, primary care, urgent care, vision services, pharmacy and many specialty services.
Mon-Fri 7am-9pmSat-Sun 9am-5pm
NoNoLow-cost, fixed-rate, shared-ride public transit serving Onalaska, Holmen, West Salem and
surrounding areas.
6:30am-7pm 7 days a week
YesNoEducation. District officeMon-Fri 7am-4pm
YesYesSalon and day spa.Mon 10am-9pm, Tues & Thur 7am-9pm, Wed 7am-9pm,
Fri 7am-6pm, Sat 7am-4pmClosed Sunday
Mayo Clinic Health System Franciscan Healthcare 1303 Main St. S., Holmen(608) 526-3351 • mayoclinichealthsystem.org
School District of Onalaska 1821 E. Main St., Onalaska(608) 781-9700 • onalaska.k12.wi.us
Featured Services
gundluth.orgRanked in the top 5% of hospitals inthe nation by HealthGrades in 2011.
Feeling sick?Gundersen Lutheran can help.
Urgent CareAppropriate for minor illnesses or injuriesLa Crosse1900 South AvenueMon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-9 p.m.Sat. and Sun., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.(608) 775-2192
Onalaska3111 Gundersen DriveMon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-9 p.m.Sat. and Sun., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.(608) 775-8650
ExpressCare*Get a diagnosis quickly, often in30 minutes or less. Only $50 andit can be billed to your insurance.Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m.Sat. , 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Sun. , 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.(608) 775-5858
La CrosseFestival Foods, 2500 State Road
OnalaskaFestival Foods1260 Crossing Meadows Drive
*ExpressCare treats patients at least2 years of age or older.
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Farmers’ MarketsFarm-fresh goodness awaits you at Onalaska
area’s excellent farmers’ markets. Meet
local growers and sample the area’s incredible
diversity of fruits, vegetables, artisan cheese,
honey, herbs and an ever-changing array of
other seasonal products.
Onalaska
Festival Foods
1260 Crossing Meadows Drive
Sundays, 8am-1pm
June through October
Holmen
Festival Foods
600 N. Holmen Drive
Wednesdays, 3-7pm
June through October
West Salem
Corner of Jefferson and Mills Streets
Wednesdays, 3-6:30pm
June through October
For more information on area farmers’ markets,
visit discoveronalaska.com.
RelocationOnalaska is truly one of the best places to live in
the Midwest. Residents and businesses relocate to
Onalaska for many of the same reasons visitors are
drawn to the area: a friendly community, incredible
scenic beauty and unmatched natural resources.
Onalaska offers some of the region’s best schools,
a high quality of life and a relatively low cost
of living. The community is home to a number
of thriving businesses and boasts the largest
retail district in a nine-county region. Community
resources include numerous parks, a first-class
aquatic center, a skate park and a Family YMCA.
SchoolsThe Onalaska area provides excellent educational
opportunities at every level. The school districts
of Onalaska, Holmen and West Salem are proud
of the high quality of education they provide.
The nearby University of Wisconsin–La Crosse,
Viterbo University and Globe University are highly
rated institutions of higher learning and offer
opportunities in a number of undergraduate and
graduate programs. Western Technical College also
offers degree programs in a variety of fields.
ChurchesOnalaska is home to a number of churches
serving a wide variety of denominations. For
information on Onalaska-area congregations, visit
discoveronalaska.com.
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Holmen – Beautiful Bluffs and Sweeping Prairies
Great outdoor recreation:•Halfway Creek Bike Trail – 3.4-mile trail links to Great River State Trail •Deerwood Park – Sports fields, trails, aquatic park, sled hill and picnic areas
Shopping opportunities:
•Downtown Holmen – An array of unique shops and eateries•Holmen Square – Retailers, restaurants, health professionals and services
Fun annual events:•Yes Holmen – Last Sunday in February•Party in the Square – Free family festival in June•Kornfest – Third weekend in August
•High School Regional Rodeo – Labor Day weekend
West Salem – A Small Town That’s Big on History
Several recreational options: •Fishing and boating – Lake Neshonoc •Camping – Veterans Memorial Park and Neshonoc Lakeside Camping Resort •Biking and hiking – La Crosse River State Trail
Small community is big on history: •Historic homes – Several homes on the National Register of Historic Places •Hamlin Garland Homestead – 1800s home of Pulitzer Prize- winning author •Palmer-Gullickson House – Historic home with octagonal shape
unique annual events: •Garland Days – Celebrates the life of author Hamlin Garland
•Dairy Days – Held the first full weekend in June
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412 Main St.(608) 526-3112
Holmen American Legion419 1st Ave. W(608) 526-4444
424 Main St.(608) 526-4444
HOLMEN SQUARE - 500 Holmen Dr.(608) 526-4678
3913 Circle Dr.(608) 781-4490(888) 841-3480
HOLMEN SQUARE - 500 Holmen Dr.(608) 526-6177
HOLMEN SQUARE - 504 Holmen Dr.(608) 526-3600
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For All Seasons255 Riders Club Rd., Onalaska, WI 54650 • For information call: (608) 781-9566
web address: www.omnicenter.net
November to February• Ice Rinks• Hockey• Public Skating• Ice Skate Rentals (Call for Rink Times)
Two Meeting Rooms• Anniversary Parties• Wedding Receptions• Birthday Parties• Business Meetings• Training Seminars• Committee Meetings
Outdoor Activities• Picnic Shelter• Softball Fields• Swimming Pool• Playground
March to October• Community Events• Home & Garden Shows• Business Expositions• Wedding Receptions• Conventions• Dances• Youth Recreation Programs• Gift & Craft Shows