The best parks & outdoor spots in Red Wing

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Trail Head - Goodhue County Historical Museum (opens in a new tab)

1121 W 4th St

Set on the hill overlooking town and the Mississippi, Trail Head - Goodhue County Historical Museum is where you connect the places you…

Set on the hill overlooking town and the Mississippi, Trail Head - Goodhue County Historical Museum is where you connect the places you pass every day with stories of pioneer life, Native American culture, and transportation. Knowledgeable staff make it an easy, surprisingly fun Red Wing detour.

From the Red Wing newsletter, October 14, 2026

Sorins Bluff Trail Head (opens in a new tab)

700-898 Wilkinson St

When you want a quick reset without leaving town, Sorins Bluff Trail Head puts you right on Memorial Park’s mix of hiking, mountain bike,…

When you want a quick reset without leaving town, Sorins Bluff Trail Head puts you right on Memorial Park’s mix of hiking, mountain bike, snowshoe, and cross-country ski trails, with picnic areas, a quarry, and nature trails to explore. Grab a trail map and get moving.

From the Red Wing newsletter, October 7, 2026

Cannon Valley Trail - Old West Main Access (opens in a new tab)

2480 Old W Main St

Cannon Valley Trail - Old West Main Access is the usual hop-on for Red Wing folks chasing a flat, scenic spin or stroll on the paved…

Cannon Valley Trail - Old West Main Access is the usual hop-on for Red Wing folks chasing a flat, scenic spin or stroll on the paved rail-trail along the Cannon. Heads up, that stretch is temporarily closed for improvements, so start from Welch or Cannon Falls for now.

From the Red Wing newsletter, October 22, 2026